Assistant Manager - Reservations - Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab

About the job

About Jumeirah & 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 a new lifestyle destination, infused with the warmth and generosity of Arabian Hospitality. Featuring an avant-garde, superyacht-inspired exterior designed by architect Shaun Killa, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab includes a resort with 386 rooms and suites, 82 luxury residences, an 82-berth superyacht marina, an impressive spa and a range of curated dining experiences. With five pools set in lush landscaping, 11 restaurants and nine bars crafted by internationally acclaimed designers, and all rooms and residences featuring unobstructed views of Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the shimmering Arabian Gulf, it’s an undisputable new go-to destination in Dubai. The 3,500 square meter Talise spa set over three floors completes the offering, providing female-only spaces and 13 treatment suites, each with a private terrace and captivating views over the Arabian Peninsula. Setting the stage for a guest journey that explores the evocative world of wellness, tantalising cuisine and mixology, guests are invited to unite, celebrate, or simply enjoy a moment of peaceful reflection by the water.

About the Job

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager to join our Reservations team in Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role include: 

• Ensure the delivery of internal and external service, quality, and commercial performances aligned with Reservations KPI objectives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Revenue, and Hotel Operations teams to maximize revenue opportunities and minimize operational inefficiencies.
• Supervise and ensure completion of daily, weekly, and monthly tasks related to reservations, audits, revenue, compliance, finance, visas, and group bookings.
• Identify and escalate risks related to revenue, finance, and guest experience to senior management for proactive resolution.
• Monitor and resolve guest complaints promptly by coordinating with relevant departments to ensure a satisfactory resolution.
• Keep the department updated with property information, service offerings, new rates, and selling strategies to enhance operational efficiency.

About You

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

• Degree in Hotel management from an accredited university
• A few years of reservations experience, ideally within an international hospitality company.
• Solid understanding of core hotel operations, with strong commercial acumen and awareness of market.
• Demonstrates strong alignment with values such as Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, People Focus, Integrity, and Continuous Growth.
• Highly analytical and creative, with strong interpersonal skills and a strategic mindset.

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, 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.

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