Let you passion shine as Director of Operations

Belong in a place where you can be yourself and love what you do. Join our hotel community/us and we will support you to realise your potential. You will be part of a team where everyone’s contribution is valued. We will empower you to bring ideas that elevate our services, creating personalised experiences for guests. Help them to feel special and we will do the same for you.

As Director of Operations at Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam, you will:

• Oversee daily operations across the main operational departments ensuring seamless and efficient service delivery.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement strategies that enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Monitor financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures.
• Uphold and promote the Sofitel brand standards, ensuring consistency and excellence in all guest interactions.
• Foster a positive work environment, encouraging professional development and team engagement.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement, staying abreast of industry trends and best practices, especially within F&B.

What you will bring the the role

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in hotel operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a luxury hotel setting.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with guests, team members, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in hotel management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Dutch and other languages is a plus.

What We Offer

Bring passion and dedication to excellence, and we will recognize your contribution with a variety of benefits, rewards, and development opportunities. We also offer a range of well-being initiatives. Join us, and you can thrive as an individual as well as being part of a supportive and inclusive team.

Other benefits

• We offer a personalized bonus plan on top of a competitive salary, travel cost arrangements and 25 holiday days a year, which you can sell and buy as well.
• With ALL Heartists Card you receive worldwide discounts on overnight stays and more.
• We value learning & development, therefore we provide several training sessions to stimulate your growth and knowledge.
• A discount up to 50% in selected restaurants and bars in Amsterdam.
• We find sustainability very important. Our hotel as various active work groups and we have the highest Green Key certificate and are Silver Earth Check certified.
• Employee discount at Health Club Jordaan.
• Our Be Balanced Team will help you find a healthy work-life balance.
• After your onboarding period, you get to be the guest and experience our legendary service for yourself in our hotel with an overnight stay, free dinner and breakfast!

About our hotel

Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam offers five-star luxury in a unique setting. Being part of Accor, a French hotel chain, enables us to combine the historical flair of the building with modern design, and luxurious service. For further details, feel free to check out our website and follow us on Social Media.

Apply now

We are looking forward to receiving your application. Don't hesitate to reach out to me via marilena.pediaditaki@sofitel.com or +31 (0)20 555 3 194.

Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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