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The Assistant Director of Rooms oversees and directs all operational, financial, and people-related matters of the Front Desk, Concierge, PBX/Core, Guest Services, Housekeeping, Laundry, and Kids for All Seasons. They act as the senior manager in these areas when the Division Head is not available and assumes responsibility as Director of Rooms in their absence. Their primary focus is to ensure that standards are met, guests and employees are satisfied and problems are promptly resolved.
Job Responsibility:
Set strategic and operational direction in collaboration with the executive leadership team
Provide leadership, coaching and constructive feedback, setting development plans and succession planning strategies for Rooms Division Managers and future leaders
Ensure effective selection, training, development, and evaluation of all team members
Drive performance by setting metrics and benchmarks, identifying ways to improve how we do things
Develop strong relationships with the leadership team and employees in and outside Rooms Division
Maintain visibility in the operation at key times, giving recognition to our regular guests and cultivating relationships with VIP, long stay and new guests to the hotel
Handle guest complaints effectively and empower the team to address any problems or service issues
Work closely with Reservations, Sales & Marketing to execute effective operations and to revenue strategies to meet budgeted revenue goals, including suite upselling
Closely manage labour and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions and inventory control
Manage contracts and work performed by external suppliers and outsourced contractors
Complete projects and activities by working collaboratively or independently in response to business needs and opportunities or proactively to maximise our success
Requirements:
3-5+ years of operational management experience within luxury hospitality
2+ years experience acting in a Departmental Head role within the Rooms Division
Strong managerial experience and knowledge within both Front Office and Housekeeping/Laundry is essential
A leadership style that is authentic, engaging and strategic, based on identified business priorities and capable of coaching and driving direct reports to achieve success
A positive, can-do attitude that shows resilience and maturity, adapting to different situations
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and influence guests, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels
Understanding of luxury components, with a sharp attention to detail and high focus on service
Ability to prioritise, organise, problem solve and delegate in a demanding environment
Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English and Spanish languages, preferred
College degree holder in hospitality or any other related field
Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, nights, and public holidays as required by hotel operations
Nice to have:
Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in Spanish languages
What we offer:
Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Employee Discount for stays at any Four Seasons worldwide