Director of Operations

What You'll Do

• Assist the General Manager by planning, organizing, and directing overall hotel operations, and assume full responsibility in the General Manager's absence
• Lead operational pre-opening activities, including mobilizing teams, ensuring operational readiness, implementing SOPs, preparing service standards, and coordinating cross-functional departments
• Oversee Rooms, Food & Beverage, and all operating departments to anticipate guest issues and drive exceptional service delivery at every guest touchpoint
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting for operating departments, analyze monthly P&L against business goals, and optimize revenue and profit while controlling costs within budget
• Ensure compliance with corporate audits, brand standards, local health and safety regulations, and other statutory requirements
• Conduct daily briefings with the operations team and communicate critical matters to the General Manager and Executive Committee
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop the operations management team, manage performance, and identify high-potential colleagues
• Maintain positive owner relations through effective communication with the Owner's representative and keep the General Manager informed

Required competencies and certifications

• Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of operational management experience with a strong Rooms and/or Food & Beverage background, or at least 2 years in a similar role within international hospitality brands

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Pre-opening hotel experience
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, profit performance, and productivity for operating departments
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively lead both expatriate and local colleagues
• Passion for guest service, quality, and operational excellence
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Previous leadership experience within Singapore hospitality

Other Information

Bring your passion for hospitality. Lead with purpose. Help shape the future of Avani Singapore. Apply now and be part of the opening journey.