Recreation & Spa Manager

Discover a boundless path at Meliá, where opportunities for growth and development are endless. Immerse yourself in a journey that will take you to work in various countries and to be part of our extensive global family.

Discover some of the benefits we offer:

• My MeliáRewards: Participate in our exclusive loyalty program, enjoying unique benefits and advantages.
• My MeliáBenefits: Take advantage of flexible compensation and exclusive discounts on a wide variety of products and services, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

We are excited to invite you to be part of Meliá Desert Palm, a distinguished member of The Meliá Collection. As a five-star boutique urban resort, we offer a truly unique experience, blending luxury with an equestrian lifestyle. Our one, two, and three-bedroom villas, each with a private pool, are highly sought after, particularly by our GCC clientele. Guests can also enjoy our elegantly designed suites with breathtaking views of lush greenery.

What sets Meliá Desert Palm apart is its deep connection to the equestrian world, featuring four polo fields, a professional polo club, a riding school, and over 200 horses on the estate. For those seeking relaxation, Samāna Spa offers world-class treatments, while our expansive recreation center provides wellness classes and fitness programs. Guests can indulge in three exceptional dining experiences or enjoy private in-villa dining. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from DXB Airport and 25 minutes from Dubai Mall, our resort offers a peaceful retreat with stunning views of the Dubai skyline.

At Meliá Desert Palm, we take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality, representing both our hotel and our country to guests from around the world. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork, and excellence, ensuring an unforgettable experience for our guests and a fulfilling workplace for our colleagues.

If you are passionate about luxury hospitality, wellness, and guest experiences, we would love to have you on our team!

The following responsibilities outline the core expectations for this role but are not an exhaustive list. The ideal candidate will be proactive in identifying opportunities to enhance operations, guest experiences, and overall efficiency.

Operations & Guest Experience:

• Oversee daily Spa & Fitness Center operations, ensuring exceptional service and efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategies for spa services, membership programs, and guest engagement.
• Maintain compliance with hotel and legal health, safety, and security standards.
• Coordinate with Sales & Guest Experience to promote wellness activities.
• Drive revenue growth through marketing, sales strategies, and upselling.
• Monitor financial performance, forecast revenue, and optimize budget efficiency.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, including CAPEX and headcount planning.

Standards & Compliance:

• Conduct daily facility inspections to ensure cleanliness and maintenance.
• Oversee stock and inventory management, ensuring accurate records and security.
• Maintain compliance with DTCM, LQA, and all health & safety regulations.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop Spa & Fitness Center staff.
• Set performance goals, provide regular feedback, and implement training programs.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies and uphold high standards of professionalism.

Safety & Security:

• Ensure proper safety measures, lifeguard training, and emergency preparedness.
• Maintain necessary medical services and first aid resources in all areas.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead team meetings, briefings, and internal training sessions.
• Promote sustainability initiatives and uphold company policies.
• Carry out any additional reasonable and lawful tasks as directed by the General Manager.

At Meliá we are all VIP

Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From the junior to the most senior, all of them have unique and important qualities that make working at Meliá an opportunity for constant growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want.

Our warmth, proximity and passion for what we do make working at Meliá an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always with the feeling that you belong to a big family where we have people like you, VIP People.

At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of discrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.

Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present." Thanks to all our collaborators, we make it possible.