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Director of Operations

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Abu Dhabi, UAE
Full-time
Director
Onsite
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Luxury hotel operationsRooms DivisionFood and Beverage OperationsForbes Travel Guide standardsLeading Quality Assurance auditsGuest satisfaction management
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Role Overview

A prestigious five-star luxury hotel is seeking a Director of Operations.

The role oversees and elevates all aspects of hotel operations in a high-volume luxury environment.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on operational leader with expertise in Rooms Division and Food and Beverage Operations.

Operational Leadership

  • Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across Rooms, Front Office, Housekeeping, Guest Services, Food and Beverage, Spa, and Recreation.
  • Champion exceptional luxury service and ensure consistent delivery of memorable guest experiences.
  • Work with the General Manager and Executive Committee to execute business strategies and operational objectives.

Standards and Performance

  • Maintain and enhance operational standards in line with Forbes Travel Guide and Leading Quality Assurance requirements.
  • Manage guest satisfaction, profitability, productivity, and service quality metrics.
  • Ensure compliance with brand standards, safety regulations, and quality assurance protocols.

People and Commercial Management

  • Develop, coach, and mentor department leaders while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, labor management, cost control, and revenue optimization initiatives.
  • Lead operational projects, service enhancement programs, and business transformation initiatives.

Candidate Profile

  • 10–15 years of progressive luxury hospitality experience, including senior operational leadership roles.
  • Proven success managing large-scale, high-volume luxury hotels or resorts.
  • Strong operational background in both Rooms Division and Food and Beverage Operations.
  • In-depth knowledge and practical experience with Forbes Travel Guide standards and LQA audits.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and drive employee engagement, service excellence, and operational performance.
  • Strong commercial acumen with a proven record of improving profitability and guest satisfaction.
  • Experience with hotel openings, repositioning projects, or operational transformations is an advantage.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.

Education

  • A bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Source Location

  • The source description identifies the hotel as being in Dubai, while the stored job location is Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE.

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