Assistant Manager - Guest Relations - Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab

About Jumeirah and the hotel:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

Nestled at the tip of a peninsula at the heart of Dubai’s most exclusive private beach, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is the city’s newest luxury lifestyle destination featuring a resort, exclusive residences, an 82-berth superyacht marina, a state-of-the-art spa and fitness center and a wide range of curated dining experiences. With its avant-garde superyacht inspired design, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab completes the nautical trilogy alongside the wave-shaped Jumeirah Beach Hotel and the iconic sail-inspired Jumeirah Burj Al Arab.

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Manager to join the guest relations team at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Present a professional and welcoming demeanor to arriving customers, efficiently allocate and seat guests, and ensure a full understanding of the sequence of service standards.
• Manage customer complaints and feedback calmly and professionally, gather all relevant information, and communicate issues to management.
• Manage the booking system to optimize reservations, maximize covers, and ensure efficient operation of the restaurant.
• Have comprehensive knowledge of all products, confidently describe them to customers, and take orders accurately by asking relevant questions.
• Handle function bookings, liaise with Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) teams and clients to ensure seamless and well-planned events.
• Understand and comply with local licensing laws, promote responsible alcohol service, and make simple decisions to positively impact work and customer experience.

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following qualifications, experience, and skills:

• 3-5 years of experience in a luxury Hotel.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality or any other relevant field.
• Problem solving
• Leadership and team management skills
• Creative

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.