Resident Manager

Job description

START YOUR JOURNEY WITH US

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai welcomes you to the heart of the city's lively downtown district with modern luxury and award-winning service. Soaring above Sheikh Zayed Road, our bustling and dynamic 5-star hotel is one of the tallest in the world, consisting of two towers with 1608 rooms and boasts awe-inspiring views of the water and Dubai cityscape. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or a workout in the fitness center before easing tired muscles with a massage at Saray Spa. Sample the flavors of the world at our 10 restaurants and lounges, which offer Japanese, Italian, Indian and Thai cuisine. For those planning an event in downtown Dubai, UAE our hotel offers 80,000 square feet of adaptable space, including a striking ballroom and outdoor venues. Explore, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera which are all minutes away.

LOVE WHAT YOU DO EVEN MORE

At JW Marriott®, treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we treat our associates. Because we believe it takes people who genuinely love what they do to create a truly extraordinary experience. 

Here at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, we are looking for talented individuals, to join our amazing family and in return we are able to offer you the following: 

·  An amazing career opportunity to not just work with us but open opportunities worldwide with our extensive portfolio of hotels. 
·  Learning opportunities with some of the best professionals the region has to offer.
·  We aim to promote our associates within as soon as the opportunity arises, so we hope to see you progress your career in line with our training and promotion schedule. 
·  A competitive salary with excellent benefits which include accommodation, meals on duty, Transportation, and:
·  World class training and development, including leadership development.
·  Recognition programs.
·  Discounted accommodation in over 8,000 hotels all over the world. Yes, 8,000!
·  Discounted food & drink in all our restaurants and bars.
·  Discounts for your friends and family.
·  Unlimited career opportunities (Internationally and locally)
·  Medical and Life insurance
·  Amazing support to ensure you have all the tools you require to complete your day-to-day tasks. 

OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:

Functions as the strategic business leader of rooms operations and acts as General Manager/Hotel Manager in his/her absence. Areas of responsibility include Front Office,Retail/Gift Shops, Recreation/Fitness Center, Housekeeping and Security/Loss Prevention. Position oversees the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position ensures the rooms operations meet the brand’s target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and employees and provides a return on investment.

Managing Property Operations

• Working with Rooms management team to develop an operational strategy that is aligned with the brand’s business strategy and leads its execution.

• Reviewing comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.

• Evaluating if Operations Team is meeting service needs and provides feedback to operations team.

• Participating in public space walk-throughs with Engineering and Housekeeping to ensure guest rooms, public space and back of the house areas are well maintained and preventative maintenance processes are in place.

• Reviewing findings from comment cards and guest satisfaction results with leadership team and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken.

• Working with team to put sustainable work processes and systems in place that support the execution of the strategy.

• Reviewing reports and financial statements to determine Rooms operations performance against budget.

• Communicating a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.

Leading Operations Teams

• Ensuring employees are treated fairly and equitably.

• Celebrating successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members.

• Fostering employee commitment to providing excellent service, participating in daily stand-up meetings and models desired service behaviors in all interactions with guests and employees.

• Making and executes the necessary decisions to keep property moving forward toward achievement of goals.

Managing Relationships with Property Stakeholders

• Attending owners meetings and provides meaning or context to the rooms operational and financial results.

• Establishing relationship with owner as a business partnership and supports the relationship between the General Manager and the owner.

Managing Profitability

• Coaching and supports operations team to effectively manage occupancy & rate, wages and controllable expenses.

• Working with direct reports to determine areas of concern and establish ways to improve the departments’ financial performance.

• Leading cost containment efforts within Rooms operations including organizational restructuring when necessary.

• Focusing on maintaining profit margins without compromising guest or employee satisfaction.

• Identifying key drivers of business success and keeping Rooms leadership focused on the critical few to achieve results.

In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.  Be where you can do your best work,  begin your purpose,  belong to an amazing global team, and  become the best version of you.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.