Villa Operations Manager

sls the red sea; As Sudiyah; On-site; OMR 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

SLS The Red Sea seeks a Villa Operations Manager to lead the Villa Host operation, ensuring seamless, personalized service from pre-arrival to departure. You will collaborate with Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B, Concierge, Spa, and Engineering to deliver a bold, distinctive guest experience.

Lead and coach Villa Host teams, oversee VIP experiences, and maintain luxury standards across villa operations. Strong English, leadership, and PMS familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management preferred.
• Minimum 5 years luxury hospitality experience, with 2–3 years in a managerial or senior supervisory role.
• Experience in Villa Operations, Butler Service, Front Office or similar luxury guest-facing environment.
• Strong knowledge of VIP handling, personalization, guest recognition, and service recovery.
• Proven leadership in coaching, training and developing guest-facing teams.
• Good understanding of Front Office operations and PMS.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; detail-oriented and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Villa Host operation to deliver personalized luxury service and uphold SLS standards.
• Coach and develop Villa Host Supervisors and Hosts to build a high-performing team.
• Oversee daily villa operations including arrivals, departures, VIPs, and guest requests.
• Coordinate VIP arrivals with relevant departments and ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Conduct regular villa inspections to maintain luxury standards and amenities.
• Engage with VIPs and repeat guests, especially for special occasions.
• Handle escalated guest concerns and drive timely service recovery.
• Monitor guest feedback and identify opportunities to improve the villa experience.
• Maintain accurate guest profiles in the PMS.
• Develop Villa Host procedures and service standards casa-wide.
• Lead daily briefings and communicate VIP movements and priorities.
• Monitor staffing, scheduling, productivity, and operating costs.
• Identify upselling opportunities across dining, spa, and experiences.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure seamless guest journeys.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of the Villa Host team.
• Ensure compliance with policies, privacy, and health & safety standards.

Skills

VIP handling

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Guest service

Organization

Upselling

Training & development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

PMS (Property Management System)

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to

Company Description

Welcome to SLS The Red Sea, where bold creativity and unapologetic luxury come to life. Part of Ennismore’s globally celebrated lifestyle portfolio, SLS Hotels are known for redefining hospitality through striking design, elevated service, and magnetic social energy. Now open on the Red Sea coast, SLS The Red Sea stands as one of Saudi Arabia’s most exciting lifestyle destinations. The resort features 150 impeccably designed keys, five dynamic Food & Beverage venues, and a luxurious spa sanctuary, offering guests a seamless blend of indulgence, entertainment, and escape. From vibrant dining experiences to moments of pure relaxation, every detail is crafted to surprise, inspire, and connect. More than a hotel, SLS The Red Sea is a living stage—a place where creativity thrives, individuality is celebrated, and bold ideas are encouraged. As the journey continues beyond opening, we are building a passionate team to shape the future of this iconic destination. If you’re driven by excellence, energized by lifestyle hospitality, and ready to be part of something extraordinary, this is where your story continues.

Job Description

At SLS The Red Sea, our villas represent the most personalized expression of the SLS experience. As a Villa Operations Manager, you will lead the Villa Host operation, ensuring every guest receives seamless, intuitive, and highly personalized service from pre-arrival through departure. Working closely with Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B, Concierge, Spa, Engineering, and other operational teams, you will lead the Villa Host team, oversee VIP experiences, and ensure every detail of the villa guest journey reflects the bold and distinctive spirit of SLS.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall Villa Host operation, ensuring consistent delivery of personalized luxury service and SLS brand standards.
• Manage, coach, and develop Villa Host Supervisors and Villa Hosts to build a high-performing, guest-focused team.
• Oversee daily villa operations, including arrivals, departures, VIPs, special requests, host allocations, and guest preferences.
• Review VIP and high-profile guest arrivals and coordinate all arrangements with relevant operational departments.
• Conduct regular villa inspections to ensure presentation, amenities, maintenance, and service delivery meet luxury standards.
• Maintain a strong presence in the operation and personally engage with VIPs, repeat guests, and guests celebrating special occasions.
• Handle escalated guest concerns and lead service recovery with timely and appropriate follow-up.
• Monitor guest feedback and identify opportunities to continuously improve the villa guest experience.
• Ensure guest profiles, preferences, and service information are accurately maintained in the Property Management System.
• Develop and maintain Villa Host procedures and service standards across the operation.
• Lead daily briefings and ensure effective communication of VIP movements, guest requests, and operational priorities.
• Monitor staffing, scheduling, productivity, and departmental operating costs.
• Identify appropriate upselling opportunities across dining, spa, experiences, and other resort services.
• Work closely with operational departments to ensure seamless coordination throughout the guest journey.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and development of the Villa Host team.
• Ensure compliance with SLS policies, operational procedures, privacy requirements, and health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of luxury hospitality experience, including at least 2–3 years in a managerial or senior supervisory role.
• Previous experience in Villa Operations, Butler Service, Front Office, Guest Relations, private residences, or a similar luxury guest-facing environment.
• Strong knowledge of luxury guest service, VIP handling, personalization, guest recognition, and service recovery.
• Proven leadership experience in managing, coaching, training, and developing guest-facing teams.
• Good understanding of Front Office operations and Property Management Systems (PMS).
• Strong operational awareness, including scheduling, productivity, cost control, and upselling.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment.