Lobby Lounge Manager

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa (Accor); Zallaq; On-site; BHD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is seeking an experienced Lobby Lounge Manager to oversee Macaron, the hotel’s lobby lounge. You will lead daily operations, ensure luxury service standards, and drive revenue while maintaining the lounge’s ambience.

The ideal candidate holds a Hospitality Management degree and 3–5 years of F&B luxury-hotel experience, with strong leadership and budgeting skills. This full-time role requires flexibility for weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant Food & Beverage experience in luxury hotels, including managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage service, lounge operations, and guest relations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of outlet budgeting, cost control, inventory management, and revenue generation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with restaurant POS systems.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of Macaron, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Deliver personalized guest experiences in line with Sofitel's luxury service standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop the team to maintain high service standards and strong product knowledge.
• Ensure consistent quality of food, beverages, presentation, and service delivery.
• Monitor outlet revenue, operating costs, inventory, and profitability.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels, duty rosters, and team productivity.
• Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally and ensure timely resolution.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, health, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with Culinary, Stewarding, Front Office, and other departments for seamless operations.
• Conduct regular team briefings, training sessions, and performance reviews.
• Drive upselling initiatives and identify opportunities to increase revenue.
• Maintain the lounge's ambience, cleanliness, and presentation in line with luxury hospitality standards.
• Support hotel promotions, seasonal offerings, and special events to enhance guest engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-solving

Revenue Generation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Job description

Position: Lobby Lounge Manager
Department: Luxury & Lifestyle
Company: Accor
Location: Zallaq, Bahrain
Employment Type: Full-time

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is looking for an experienced Lobby Lounge Manager to oversee the daily operations of Macaron, the hotel's lobby lounge. The ideal candidate will deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain luxury service standards, lead the team, and achieve departmental revenue and profitability targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of Macaron, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Deliver personalized guest experiences in line with Sofitel's luxury service standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop the team to maintain high service standards and strong product knowledge.
• Ensure consistent quality of food, beverages, presentation, and service delivery.
• Monitor outlet revenue, operating costs, inventory, and profitability.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels, duty rosters, and team productivity.
• Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally and ensure timely resolution.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, health, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with Culinary, Stewarding, Front Office, and other departments for seamless operations.
• Conduct regular team briefings, training sessions, and performance reviews.
• Drive upselling initiatives and identify opportunities to increase revenue.
• Maintain the lounge's ambience, cleanliness, and presentation in line with luxury hospitality standards.
• Support hotel promotions, seasonal offerings, and special events to enhance guest engagement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant Food & Beverage experience in luxury hotels, including managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage service, lounge operations, and guest relations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and problem-s-solving skills.
• Good understanding of outlet budgeting, cost control, inventory management, and revenue generation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with restaurant POS systems.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

About the Property

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is a five‑star luxury resort featuring elegant rooms and suites, distinctive restaurants, bars and lounges, premium event facilities, a private Beach Club, a Kids Club, and the renowned Thalassa Sea & Spa.