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**Additional Information**
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Property Leadership
**Location** The First Collection Marina Dubai a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, 394 Al Seba Street, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates, VIEW ON MAP
**Schedule** Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Management
**Additional Information:** This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, The First Collection Marina, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.
We are seeking an experienced and visionary General Manager. The GM will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, from property development and recruitment to strategic planning and service excellence. This role requires a strong leader in the luxury hospitality sector, with an in-depth understanding of Dubai's market dynamics and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Strategic Management:
Provide visionary leadership to the entire team, setting clear goals and objectives in alignment with the company's mission, values and financial expectations.
Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance the hotel's reputation, market position, and profitability.
Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation, teamwork, and professional development.
Operational Excellence:
Oversee all aspects of hotel operations, including Rooms Division, Food and Beverage, Maintenance, and Security, to ensure seamless and efficient service delivery.
Collaborate with support functions like Human Resources, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management to achieve common goals
Implement best practices and innovative solutions to optimize operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Guest Experience and Satisfaction:
Champion a guest-centric culture focused on exceeding expectations and delivering personalized experiences to every guest.
Monitor guest feedback and reviews, address any concerns promptly and proactively to ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
Continuously innovate and enhance guest amenities, services, and facilities
Revenue Management and Financial Performance:
In tandem with the Commercial Team develop and execute strategies to drive revenue growth and maximize profitability across all revenue streams, including room sales, food and beverage, and ancillary services.
Monitor financial performance, budgets, and expenses, implementing corrective actions as needed to achieve financial targets and operational efficiency.
Identify opportunities for revenue optimization and cost savings while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Stakeholder Relations and Community Engagement:
Cultivate positive relationships with key stakeholders, including owners, investors, suppliers, and local authorities, to ensure alignment and support for hotel objectives.
Act as an ambassador for the hotel within the local community and hospitality industry, participating in events, initiatives, and partnerships to enhance the hotel's visibility and reputation.
Experience: 10+ years in hotel management, with at least 3 years in a GM role.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
Skills: Strong leadership, communication, financial acumen, and strategic thinking skills; fluency in English is required.
Competencies: Proven track record of achieving business goals, building and leading teams, and creating memorable guest experiences.
Knowledge of Dubai Market: Comprehensive understanding of Dubai's luxury hospitality landscape, consumer preferences, and regulatory environment.
_This company is an equal opportunity employer._
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Our client, a well-established organization in the UAE construction sector, is seeking a highly experienced General Manager to lead its operations and drive sustainable business growth. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in construction management, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven record of overseeing large-scale operations within the UAE.

Position Overview
The General Manager will be responsible for setting the companys strategic direction, managing daily operations, and ensuring operational excellence across all projects. This is a senior leadership role that demands a balance of strategic vision, hands-on execution, and people management expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies aligned with organizational goals and long-term growth plans.

• Oversee construction operations, ensuring project quality, compliance, and timely delivery.

• Lead and mentor a workforce of over 500 employees, including project managers, engineers, and site supervisors.

• Drive process improvement, efficiency, and change management initiatives across all departments.

• Manage project planning, budgeting, and financial performance to ensure profitability and resource optimization.

• Ensure compliance with Freezone regulations, HSE standards, and contractual requirements.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders to support business development.

• Champion digital transformation by leveraging ERP and project management tools to enhance productivity and transparency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering (Masters degree preferred).

• 2025 years of progressive experience in the construction or contracting sector, including at least 5 years in senior management.

• Proven track record in strategic leadership, organizational transformation, and operational management.

• Experience managing large, multi-disciplinary teams.

• Strong understanding of Freezone business operations within the UAE.

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency in Primavera (P6) for project planning and scheduling.

• Experience with ERP systems for financial and resource management.

• Familiarity with construction management software and related digital tools.

• Strong command of MS Office and analytical reporting tools.

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a well-established electrical and lighting solution provider in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Our client is looking to hire a Deputy General Manager who will be responsible for leading a dynamic team and manage our retail and wholesale outlets in these vibrant markets.- Oversee all aspects of the organization's operation according to the company vision and strategy, including maximization of financial performance, planning and developing business strategies, ensuring customer satisfaction, staff motivation and development, and maintaining vendor relationships.- Lead and develop strategies for the growth and expansion of our electrical solutions across the Dubai and Abu Dhabi markets. Drive initiatives that reinforce our market leadership in the electrical solutions sector.- Lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team of sales, marketing, and technical professionals. Ensure the team is aligned with company goals and is achieving targets.- Oversee both wholesale and retail sales operations. Develop and implement sales strategies to increase market share and profitability. Build and maintain relationships with key clients and partners.- Maintain in-depth knowledge of our product range (cables, floor boxes, conduits, switches, etc.) and stay abreast of industry trends and innovations. Use this expertise to guide product development, marketing strategies, and sales approaches.- Ensure smooth and efficient operations of retail and wholesale outlets. Oversee inventory management, supply chain logistics, and customer service standards.- Oversee financial activities including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. Ensure that sales targets are met and exceeded while managing costs effectively.- Conduct market research and analysis to understand market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities. Use insights gained to inform strategic decisions and initiatives.- Responsible for the internal environment and develop a right culture, belief and spirit and brings about a set of shared vision and values.- Plan and develop overall objectives, strategies and budget and ensure the process and systems implemented support the strategies and objectives of the management.- Planning product portfolios liaising with the principals and creating overall product and market strategy.- As a part of talent management, retain and engage talent employed and build a collaborative and high performance sales and operations team.- Enforce and safe guard all company policies and procedures related to Quality, health, safety, environment, ethics, integrity and values as set out in the company QHSE policy statement, code of business conduct and related manuals.- Oversee the operational integrity of the organization.Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. A Master's degree is preferred.- 10+ years’ experience in the senior management position with proven leader ship skills in the electrical / lighting industry.- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with people from multi-functional and diverse backgrounds. - Fluency in English & Arabic is a must.- Working experience with wholesale & Retail sales of electrical products (Cables, Floor Boxes, Conduits, Switches, etc.)Benefits- Attractive Salary + Benefits

**Additional Information**
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary
**Location** Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates,VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Management
**JOB SUMMARY**
Areas of responsibility include Restaurants/Bars, if applicable. Supervises daily restaurant operations and assists with menu planning, maintains sanitation standards and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of responsibility. Determines training needed to accomplish goals, then implements plan.
**CANDIDATE PROFILE**
**Education and Experience**
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
**CORE WORK ACTIVITIES**
**Managing Day-to-Day Operations**
- Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
- Maintains service and sanitation standards in restaurant, bar/lounge and room service areas.
- Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
**Leading Food and Beverage Team**
- Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
- Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
- Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
- Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.
- Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.
- Provides the leadership, vision and direction to bring together and prioritize the departmental goals in a way that will be efficient and effective.
- Ensures compliance with all food & beverage policies, standards and procedures by training, supervising, follow-up and hands on management.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
- Ensures staff understands local, state and Federal liquor laws.
- Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
- Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.
- Monitors alcohol beverage service in compliance with local laws.
**Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service**
- Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
- Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
- Manages day-to-day operations, ensures the quality, standards and meets the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
- Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
- Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
- Acts as the guest service role model for the restaurants, sets a good example of excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
- Handles guest problems and complaints.
- Meets with guests on an informal basis during meals or upon departure to obtain feedback on quality of food and beverage, service levels and overall satisfaction.
- Ensures corrective action is taken to continuously improve service results.
- Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of departmental meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Manages service delivery in outlets to ensure excellent service from point of entry to departure (e.g., greeting from hostess, speed of order taking and food and beverage delivery, fulfillment of special requests, collection of payment & invitation to return).
**Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities**
- Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
- Identifies the educational needs of others, develops formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaches or instructs others.
- Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably. Strives to improve employee retention.
- Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.
- Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
- Strives to improve service performance.
- Ensures recognition is taking place across areas of responsibility.
**Additional Responsibilities**
- Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Assists servers and hosts on the floor during meal periods and high demand times.
- Recognizes good quality products and presentations.
- Supervises daily shift operations in absence of Assistant Restaurant Manager.
- Oversees the financial aspects of the department including purchasing and payment of invoices.
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._
Where timeless classics are woven with modern details. Where business meets pleasure. Where even when travelers are global, they can experience the local. As a member of the team, you will become part of our united Four Points by Sheraton community where everyone is welcome, we support each other, and every hotel matters. We provide exactly what guests need in an uncomplicated way. If you are seeking opportunities to put guests at ease in a friendly, genuine and approachable environment, join our team. In joining Four Points, 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.

At **InterContinental Abu Dhabi** , we are proud to host some of the most exquisite dining destinations in the region. **Our flagship seafood restaurant** , the highlight of our culinary portfolio, showcases the finest sustainable seafood with world-class service, elegant ambiance, and an unforgettable waterfront setting. As part of the prestigious InterContinental brand, we are committed to delivering luxury dining experiences that exceed expectations.
We are seeking a dynamic, passionate, and experienced **Restaurant General Manager** to lead operations of our flagship seafood restaurant. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of guest experience, team leadership, and operational excellence, ensuring the restaurant continues to be a benchmark for fine dining in Abu Dhabi and beyond.
A little taste of your day-to-day:
Every day is different, but you'll mostly do:
**Operational Excellence**
+ Oversee daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring service excellence in line with Michelin-level expectations.
+ Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and presentation across all service periods.
+ Coordinate closely with the Head Chef and culinary team to ensure menu consistency, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
**Guest Experience**
+ Lead the front-of-house team in delivering personalized, intuitive, and memorable guest service.
+ Handle guest feedback with professionalism, ensuring prompt resolution and proactive service recovery.
+ Regularly engage with VIP guests and maintain strong guest relationships to encourage repeat visits.
**Team Leadership & Development**
+ Recruit, train, mentor, and inspire a high-performing service team.
+ Create a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
+ Conduct regular performance reviews, training sessions, and team briefings.
**Financial & Strategic Management**
+ Drive revenue through effective upselling, cost control, and promotional initiatives.
+ Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), including guest satisfaction scores, average check, labor costs, and profitability.
+ Collaborate with the marketing team on strategic campaigns and events to enhance restaurant visibility and guest engagement.
**Compliance & Brand Standards**
+ Ensure adherence to InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and brand operational standards.
+ Maintain all necessary licenses, health and safety standards, and operational audits.
**What we need from you:**
+ Proven experience (minimum 3-5 years) as a Manager in a fine dining or Michelin-rated environment
+ Deep knowledge and passion for seafood cuisine and wine pairing
+ Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with a strong guest-focused approach
+ Strong understanding of restaurant financials and operational excellence
+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-end environment
+ Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
**What you can expect from us:**
We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life - impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well - both inside and outside of work - and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.
So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

**Additional Information**
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary
**Location** Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah Dubai, Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates, VIEW ON MAP
**Schedule** Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Management
**JOB SUMMARY**
Areas of responsibility include Restaurants/Bars and Room Service, if applicable. Supervises daily restaurant operations and assists with menu planning, maintains sanitation standards and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of responsibility. Determines training needed to accomplish goals, then implements plan.
**CANDIDATE PROFILE**
**Education and Experience**
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
**CORE WORK ACTIVITIES**
**Managing Day-to-Day Operations**
- Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
- Maintains service and sanitation standards in restaurant, bar/lounge and room service areas.
- Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
**Leading Food and Beverage Team**
- Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
- Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
- Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
- Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.
- Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.
- Provides the leadership, vision and direction to bring together and prioritize the departmental goals in a way that will be efficient and effective.
- Ensures compliance with all food & beverage policies, standards and procedures by training, supervising, follow-up and hands on management.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
- Ensures staff understands local, state and Federal liquor laws.
- Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
- Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.
- Monitors alcohol beverage service in compliance with local laws.
**Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service**
- Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
- Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
- Manages day-to-day operations, ensures the quality, standards and meets the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
- Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
- Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
- Acts as the guest service role model for the restaurants, sets a good example of excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
- Handles guest problems and complaints.
- Meets with guests on an informal basis during meals or upon departure to obtain feedback on quality of food and beverage, service levels and overall satisfaction.
- Ensures corrective action is taken to continuously improve service results.
- Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of departmental meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Manages service delivery in outlets to ensure excellent service from point of entry to departure (e.g., greeting from hostess, speed of order taking and food and beverage delivery, fulfillment of special requests, collection of payment & invitation to return).
**Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities**
- Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
- Identifies the educational needs of others, develops formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaches or instructs others.
- Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably. Strives to improve employee retention.
- Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.
- Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
- Strives to improve service performance.
- Ensures recognition is taking place across areas of responsibility.
**Additional Responsibilities**
- Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Assists servers and hosts on the floor during meal periods and high demand times.
- Recognizes good quality products and presentations.
- Supervises daily shift operations in absence of Assistant Restaurant Manager.
- Oversees the financial aspects of the department including purchasing and payment of invoices.
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by 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.

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Trainer to conduct a 3-day workshop on Financial Risk Management and Business Continuity for a group of professionals in Abu Dhabi. The trainer will be responsible for delivering engaging, practical, and results-oriented sessions.Course Overview:This workshop is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of how to identify, assess, and manage financial risks while developing robust business continuity plans to ensure operational resilience.Indicative Learning Areas:

Understanding and classifying financial risks

Risk assessment, mitigation, and control strategies

Business continuity planning and crisis management

Case studies and interactive exercises

The final course content and detailed outline are expected to be provided by the trainer.Trainer Requirements:

Degree or certification in Finance, Risk, or Business Management

Minimum 5 years of relevant professional or training experience

Strong presentation and facilitation skills

Must be available to deliver the training in person at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Interested trainers are invited to apply with the following:

Updated CV or professional profile

Relevant training experience

Proposed hourly rate (inclusive of course content preparation, outline development, and transport costs)