Team Leader - Concierge - Jumeirah Al Qasr

About Jumeirah and Madinat Jumeirah Resort:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 28 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. 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. 

Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah’s mega-resort is home to four ultra-luxurious hotels – 

Jumeirah Al Naseem, Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf – all nestled within 3km of picturesque waterways connected by traditional abras. The megaresort boasts 2km of pristine beach, the award-winning Talise Spa and state-of-the-art fitness and leisure facilities, as well as exclusive accommodations ranging from penthouses and suites to private summerhouse experiences with unrivalled benefits including a leading conference and banqueting centre. Madinat Jumeirah is also home to over 50 world-class restaurants and bars, as well as a traditional souk featuring Arabian shopping stands, barrows and stalls with a blend of boutique brands, souvenir gift shops, and luxury fashion and jewellery outlets.   

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Team Leader to join the Concierge Team at Jumeirah Al Qasr. The main duties and responsibilities of this role are:

• Managing the day-to-day activities of the team.
• Motivating and guiding the team to achieve organizational/departmental goals. 
• Developing and implementing a timeline to achieve targets.
• Lead the team by example by demonstrating compassion, honesty, and integrity. 
• Ensure all personnel, clients and their guests are greeted and attended to in a professional, efficient, and discreet manner, where applicable. 
• Ensure Duty roasters are compiled and advise on changes as applicable.
• Responsible for preparing reports and maintaining appropriate filling systems.
• Brief staff regarding duties before shift starts in their respective domain (Front Office, Housekeeping and Laundry, Reservations and Telecommunication, Transport, Experience Team, Conference and Events, F&B Culinary and Service, Security, Human Capital, Engineering, Spa, Kids Club,Health Club and Retail) as applicable to your role and as per your department and function to ensure team remains up to date on all directives received from middle or higher management. 

About you:

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

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in English and a second language (Russian, German, Arabic or French) would be an added advantage.
• At least 2-3 years of experience as a Team Leader in a luxury hotel.
• Exposure to working with a multi-cultural team

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.