Asst. Hotel Director (m/f)

Skills & Education:

We are currently searching for a dynamic, energetic, experienced Asst. Hotel Director (m/f) for a well-known 5* American Cruise Line with great itineraries throughout the world and international passengers.

The Asst. Hotel Director is a Senior Officer and a key member of the onboard executive committee. This highly specialized and dynamic role is a true career opportunity for an individual seeking global experience in a fast-paced, diverse and energetic work environment - combined with a very strong F&B Background, several years of experience in a similar position and previous ship experience on a passenger vessel.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Leading/participating in monthly financial reviews with other Division Heads – this entails analyzing reports in advance and identifying potential issues and opportunities.
• Overseeing the company service standards program and organizing brand quality walk-throughs.
• Assisting Environmental and Safety Officers in ensuring compliance with governing regulations.
• Taking a lead role in crew welfare matters, including committee meetings and monitoring crew public areas for quality and cleanliness.
• Participating in various weekly divisional inspections; audits and reviews.
• Serving as a possible arbitrator on guest issues when guests request a higher authority. Participating in guest and crew gatherings and other high profile VIP social functions.
• Working closely with the Hotel Director on projects and initiatives pertaining to multiple functional areas, as well as manage special projects as assigned by the Hotel Director.

Strong Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration or related field from an accredited college or university, or the international equivalent is required.

You should have good proven management skills and be stress-resistant.

An exceptional written and oral communication skill is a must and you should be a positive, open minded person. You should have advanced USPH knowledge, computer literate, well organized and must be a team player.

The position requires the ability to motivate, lead and support an international team.

Fluent English (ideally English mother tongue) is required any additional language would be a plus - also required: very good computer skills.