General Information
Country/Region
Saudi Arabia
Province/City
Amaala
Hiring Entity
Rosewood Amaala
Department
Rooms - Front Office
Job Type
Full-time Permanent
Job Description
Position Overview
Rosewood Red Sea, part of the ultra-luxury Red Sea Global destination, is seeking an accomplished and service-driven Assistant Director of Front Services to join our pre-opening leadership team. This role will support the Director of Rooms in overseeing all aspects of Front Services, including Front Desk, Guest Relations, Concierge, Bell/Valet, and Transportation. The successful candidate will bring proven expertise in luxury service delivery, strong operational leadership, and the ability to create memorable guest experiences that reflect Rosewood’s A Sense of Place® philosophy.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in leading and managing the Front Services Division, including Front Desk, Concierge, Guest Relations, Bell/Valet, and Transportation teams.
- Support the Director of Rooms in driving operational excellence, ensuring seamless arrival, stay, and departure experiences for all guests.
- Oversee VIP handling, service recovery, and guest personalization initiatives.
- Play an active role in pre-opening activities including recruitment, training, system implementation, and SOP development.
- Ensure strict adherence to Rosewood service standards, policies, and procedures.
- Monitor guest feedback channels and work with the team to continuously enhance service delivery.
- Support financial management of the division including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
- Develop and mentor Front Services leaders and colleagues, fostering a culture of empowerment, engagement, and professional growth.
- Collaborate with Housekeeping, Security, and Food & Beverage to ensure seamless guest journeys across departments.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10–12 years of progressive Rooms Division / Front Office experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role at a luxury hotel or resort.
- Pre-opening experience in ultra-luxury or lifestyle brands strongly preferred.
- Proven expertise in Front Services operations including concierge, guest relations, and VIP handling.
- Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to inspire and manage large, multicultural teams.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on guest satisfaction and service recovery.
- Financial acumen with experience in managing departmental budgets and cost controls.
- Fluency in English is required; Arabic or other additional languages are an advantage.
About Us
Surrounded by the world’s fourth-largest barrier reef system and the scenic Hijazi mountains, Rosewood Amaala will bring an ultra-luxury regenerative escape to The Red Sea region of Saudi Arabia.
The resort will be part of the Red Sea Global’s Amaala destination, an integrated wellness haven spanning 4,155km2 and set in the Prince Mohammad bin Salman Nature Reserve.
Rosewood Amaala will explore what it truly means to be regenerative, with unique experiences that weave together wellness and sustainability. The resort will focus on the well-being of its guests, the community and the native flora and fauna – all while recognizing the integral connection between the three.