Hotel Operations Director, New Builds

vor 1 Woche


Genf, Genf, Schweiz MSC CRUISES Vollzeit

JOB PURPOSE

The Hotel Operations Director, New Builds, is the key leader and decision maker on behalf of Operations (Hotel, Entertainment, F&B) during the development, conception, building, and introduction phases of all new shipbuilding projects. This role will lead all aspects of new builds for MSC Cruises guest operations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES


•Ensure that new ships deliver guest satisfaction, onboard revenue, and expense targets;


•Guide operational decisions regarding the general design of the vessels and projects, ensuring all logistical and financial requirements are met;


•Drive the development of all new shipboard venues and programming, including but not limited to planning, financial review, establishing crew par levels, development of the positioning strategy, and meeting all budget requirements;


•Assist with the talent selection and development of all operational groups during all stages of the project;


•Act as a key gateway in the specific design (front and back of the house) of all venues, including F&B, guest services, entertainment, retail areas, gaming areas, medical facilities, all crew areas, staterooms, crew & officers cabins, public areas, etc.;


•Identify the need for additional resources & crew during the startup and inaugural period while partnering with event planning for all pre-inaugural functions, including pre-delivery events in the yard;


•Often represents VPs and department heads during the decision-making processes, taking the lead with Supply Chain, Newbuild, and the different operational sponsors for the timely definition of owners' supplies, which has implications for the life cycle of our fleet;


•Lead all projects in conjunction with Newbuild, IT and Operational groups to ensure feasibility, safety and practicality, and compile, plan and analyze the financial impact of startup projects;


•Define the allocation of spaces, lockers, and offices, as well as ensure the accuracy of the berthing arrangements. Serves as on-site lead for Operations during final building stages;


•Liaise with Yard, Newbuild office, functional support groups and shipboard management;


•Coordinate & participate in inspections during the final phase of construction to ensure work is completed professionally and accurately while adhering to the project schedule. Lead the owner's supply delivery process throughout the project. Ensure sufficient resources are assigned for the completion of all critical areas of the startup and revitalization process;


•Partner with Operations and Marketing to monitor current & future industry trends within the cruising and hospitality industries to formulate recommendations for innovative new concepts and venues;


•Lead the berthing of shoreside support teams, vendors, contractors and yard employees and supported Human Resources and shipboard management team in the planning and implementation of all training programs required for the crew during the startup period;


•Develop and lead a long-term strategic plan with Hotel Operations, Entertainment, F&B, and Newbuilding, which captures and addresses all phases of the concept, shipbuilding, and operational readiness until the project's launch. Provide regular updates and liaise weekly with the VP of Operations and other critical colleagues;


•Act as a key role in the planning and execution of all processes that are associated with Operations during the pre-post and startup phases;


•Participate in the development, planning, and execution of all revitalizations. This includes but is not limited to design, planning, financial review, establishing crew par levels, and other critical areas to ensure the success of all revitalization aspects;


•Establish and maintain effective communication with all parties involved in the revitalization, operational support and re-entering of service;


•Serve as an on-site representative for Hotel Operations. Liaises with yard, New Build team, functional support groups and shipboard management;


•Participate in inspections during the final phase of revitalization to ensure work is completed professionally and accurately whilst adhering to the project schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)


•Fluent in English. Any additional language is an advantage.


•Bachelor in Business, Business Administration, Management a related field.


•10+ years of shipboard experience in a Senior Leadership position, preferably as Hotel Director.


•5+ years in a shoreside cruise line Head office in a leading position involved with the Newbuild departments and product design.


•Team player and collaborate with the other team members and stakeholders


•Financial acumen;


•Proficient with shipboard IT systems and have a clear understanding of their interaction.


•A proven Project Manager with a successful track record in an international environment.


•Important awareness about hotel and cruise industry trends and developments.


•Able to travel up to 75 % of the time between offices, ships and shipyards.

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)


•Valid Passport



  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz MSC Cruises Vollzeit

    The Hotel Operations Director, New Builds, is the key leader and decision maker on behalf of Operations (Hotel, Entertainment, F&B) during the development, conception, building, and introduction phases of all new shipbuilding projects. This role will lead all aspects of new builds for MSC Cruises guest operations. Fluent in English. Any additional language...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz MSC Cruises SA Vollzeit

    ADV04709ADV04709/brand-performance-director-genevaHotel Operations DirectorHotel Operations21MSC CRUISESMSC Cruises S.A. - Company Global Headquarters - GenevaAvenue Eugène-Pittard, Geneva, Switzerland SwitzerlandCH-GECHGeneva


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz MSC Cruises SA Vollzeit

    ADV04709ADV04709/brand-performance-director-genevaHotel Operations DirectorHotel Operations21MSC CRUISESMSC Cruises S.A. - Company Global Headquarters - GenevaAvenue Eugène-Pittard, Geneva, Switzerland SwitzerlandCH-GECHGeneva


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz MSC CRUISES Vollzeit

    JOB PURPOSE As the Brand Performance Director at MSC Cruises, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the overall guest experience across our fleet. You will be responsible for overseeing the conception, development, and execution of on-board products, and you will ensure that our cruises not only meet but exceed guest expectations. This role requires a...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Vollzeit

    Position: Director of Banqueting Operations (Full time #520768)Property / Office: Mandarin Oriental, GenevaLocation: Geneva, SwitzerlandOverviewIt is the mission and intent of this position that the incumbent will manage the overall day to day operation, and long-term outlook of the banquet facilities. The Banquet Manager will help create a pleasant...

  • Director of Sales

    vor 1 Woche


    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Morgan Philips Executive Search Vollzeit

    Morgan Philips has been retained by an international hotel chain with a few properties in Geneva for a Director of Sales (F/M).Our client is looking for a leader with proven experience managing large sales teams.Reporting directly to the Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing, you role will work as his "Right hand" and:Develop and implement sales strategies...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz Proclinical Vollzeit

    An opportunity has opened for an Associate Director, Clinical Operations or Director, Clinical Operations to join an established pharmaceutical company near Geneva, Switzerland on a permanent basis where you'll focus on overseeing their early phase development portfolio within oncology. Our client is a medium sized company who has a great reputation in the...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz ICRC Vollzeit

    What we do:The Centre of Competence on Humanitarian Negotiation (CCHN) is a joint initiative of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Médecins sans Frontières Switzerland (MSF-CH), the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), and the UN World Food Programme (WFP).We facilitate capturing, analyzing, and sharing experiences and practices around humanitarian...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz Temenos Vollzeit

    THE ROLE As the New Business Sales Manager across the DACH Region, you will be primarily responsible for the achievement of sales targets in the territory assigned, and the implementation of the sales strategies as set out by the management. You also will drive the sales cycle from initial contact to signing of the deal, and then maintaining a good...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz TEMENOS AG Vollzeit

    ABOUT TEMENOSTemenos powers a world of banking that creates opportunities for billions of people and businesses everywhere. We have been doing this for over 30 years through the pioneering spirit of our Temenosians who are passionate about making banking better, together. We serve over 3000 clients from the largest to challengers and community banks in 150+...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz TEMENOS AG Vollzeit

    ABOUT TEMENOSTemenos powers a world of banking that creates opportunities for billions of people and businesses everywhere. We have been doing this for over 30 years through the pioneering spirit of our Temenosians who are passionate about making banking better, together. We serve over 3000 clients from the largest to challengers and community banks in 150+...

  • Director of Sales

    vor 1 Woche


    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Hilton Vollzeit

    Director of SalesDirector of Sales(Office based) - European or Swiss PassportHilton Geneva Hotel & Conference CentreClose to Geneva Airport, we are 2 kms away from Geneva Lake. Our property offers 496 rooms, 3 restaurants, a LivingWell Health Club with its largest indoor pool of Geneva and more than 5'500 m2 of conference and event space. At Hilton Geneva...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Vollzeit

    INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radiofrequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishes...

  • Beverage Director

    vor 1 Woche


    Genf, Genf, Schweiz MSC Cruises Vollzeit

    The Beverage Director will be directly responsible for setting the beverage strategy and leading the implementation on our ships to deliver best-in-class experience for our guests. This leader will not only focus on our day-to-day operations, but also maximizing commercialization and revenue streams of all beverage products, including cost management and...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz AP Executive Vollzeit

    Location: Geneva Salary: Negotiable per annum Job Type:PermanentPosted about 8 hours agoOur client is an INGO platform which advocates for Responsible GenAI by providing guidance on Generative AI Safety Procedures to corporations, governments and intergovernmental organisations. For their newly established office in Geneva, AP Executive have been exclusively...

  • Director-general

    vor 1 Woche


    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Springer Nature Vollzeit

    Director-General: Employer CERN Location Geneva, Canton of Geneva (CH) Salary An appropriate remuneration and benefits package will be offered. Closing date 10 Jun 2024 Discipline Physics Job Type Director Employment - Hours Full time Duration Fixed term Qualification PhD Sector Government- You need to sign in or create an account to a job.With 2600 staff...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz Labcorp Vollzeit

    Are you interested in making a real scientific impact through your everyday work? Would you enjoy working in a team-focused environment as you explore unique career opportunities?If you are looking for a company where you can personally advance healthcare and make a difference in peoples' lives with your bold ideas and unique point of view, consider working...

  • Director, Strategy

    vor 1 Woche


    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Expedia, Inc. Vollzeit

    If you need assistance during the recruiting process due to a disability, please reach out to our Recruiting Accommodations Team through the Accommodation Request form. This form is used only by individuals with disabilities who require assistance or adjustments in applying and interviewing for a job. This form is not for inquiring about a position or the...


  • Genf, Genf, Schweiz InterContinental Hotels Group Vollzeit

    Cluster Director of Finance & Business Support As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated...

  • Facilities Director

    vor 1 Woche


    Genf, Genf, Schweiz MSC CRUISES Vollzeit

    JOB PURPOSE The Facilityies Director ensures the safe and efficient operation of technical and non-technical equipment within the guest and crew areas, leading the maintenance team in planning and delivering every maintenance activity on board, with the objective to minimize any possible discomfort for MSC Cruises guests and crew members. KEY...