Requirements
Requires a degree in hotel restaurant management or equivalent and a minimum of 2-3 years of hotel experience. Must possess excellent English proficiency, strong leadership, motivational, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a high degree of professionalism and business acumen. Experience in all aspects of outlet service is essential.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Catering, Food Services & Restaurants
Company Industry
Travel, Hotel & Tourism
Company description
Raffles Hotels & Resorts
The birthplace of stories and legends since 1887, Raffles is a legendary brand, steeped in history and loved by generations past, present and future. Raffles, at distinguished landmark addresses around the world, is the vibrant heart of its destination, curating experiences that are culturally enriching, intellectually stimulating and always respectful of local communities, heritage and the environment.
About Raffles The Palm
Opened in 2021 on the western crescent of Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest man-made island and archipelago, this palatial beach resort, featuring 340 spacious rooms, suites and villas, is inspired by the stunning elegance of European palaces and embellished with handcrafted Italian furniture. Guests can enjoy panoramic views, a private beach, state-of-the-art entertainment and recreational facilities, including specialist boutiques, a VIP movie theatre, and signature and private restaurants complemented by exquisite banqueting and conference spaces.
More than a destination, Raffles The Palm Dubai embodies the spirit of a legendary brand, celebrated for its storied heritage since 1887 and its hallmark of intuitive, gracious service. At the palace, excellence is a craft, and every team member is a master in their field. Here, talent is not only recognized, it plays a vital role in shaping the next chapter of this extraordinary resort and its legacy within the brand.
Job description
We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Raffles The Palm as our new Outlet Manager. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Food & Beverage / Director of Food & Beverage, you will be responsible for managing the overall operations of the outlet in accordance with established objectives, ensuring the highest standards of professional management and administration, while fostering effective, fair, and equitable personnel development.
Key roles & responsibilities
Motivate, discipline, direct and supervise the work of all employees in the outlet
Develop and maintain training programs to ensure a high degree of staff professionalism
Manage day-to-day operations of the outlet
Handle complaints and make effective service recovery
Ensure standards are being followed in accordance with F&B policies and procedures
Ensure all employees have full product knowledge
Regularly inspect food & beverage quality
Follow established and proper accounting procedures
Hold monthly one-to-one staff meetings to establish and monitor targets and achievements, and update performance logs accordingly
Conduct daily roll plays and ensure employees adhere to grooming standards
Develop maintenance schedules
Liaise with stewarding on inventory and breakage control
Maintain daily log book maintaining clear and concise information on the operations
Establish guest database with preference records of regular guests
Schedule employees to maintain hotel’s service standards within budgeted labour costs
Assign responsibilities to subordinates and conduct regular performance checks
Implement weekly cleaning schedules for operating equipment
Manage organization and cleanliness of departmental areas by conducting weekly walk-throughs with Hygiene Manager, Housekeeping and Engineering Department
Control stock of all equipment in the outlet
Constantly monitor staff's appearance, attitude and degree of professionalism
Qualifications
Experience & qualifications
Minimum 2 - 3 years hotel experience
Degree in hotel restaurant management or equivalent
Personal attributes
Excellent reading, written and oral proficiency in English
Experienced in all aspects of outlet service
Must be well-presented and professionally groomed at all times
Excellent leader and trainer with strong motivational skills
Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
High degree of professionalism, sound human resources management capabilities, business acumen, energy and determination
Proven organizational skills, able to set and meet deadlines with quality results
And above all
Embrace the Raffles brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions
Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected
Create an environment where colleagues are empowered, supported and recognized
Drive top performance to achieve exceptional results
Additional information
Employee benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.
Our values
Respect:
We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
Excellence:
We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.
Belonging:
We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.
Empowerment:
We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
Integrity:
We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.
Diversity & inclusion
Raffles is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.
At Raffles, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive a prompt to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.
About the Company
A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.
We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.
From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels' more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.
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