Location
Barcelona | Spain
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Company Description
SLS Barcelona brings a new variety of oceanside glamor, indulgence and excellence to Barcelona’s vibrant 22@ neighborhood. Here the hallmarks of an SLS wonderland – playful ambiance, VIP treatment, and theatrical experiences - meet idyllic views to set a lavish stage for the extraordinary to unfold. The only 5-star hotel in the city to feature a terrace off every guestroom (471 in total), SLS Barcelona is all-encompassing in its delight, with two pools, a spa, fitness center and six bars and restaurants that create lively food and entertainment within this singular location. A 750sqm auditorium and a dozen versatile meeting spaces round out the offering to form the complete destination - inviting groups, events and travelers of all types to say, “farewell to the ordinary.”
We are looking for an experienced Director of Nightlife to join the pre-opening team at SLS Barcelona . Under the guidance of the Director of Food & Beverage, the Director of Nightlife Operations is responsible for managing all nightlife venues for the SLS Barcelona, ensuring quality of service and guest satisfaction is always the top priority.
Job Description
What you'll do...
- Oversee and direct the day-to-day operations of all nightlife venues.
- Develop and implement strategy for the nightlife venues to achieve financial goals, team member and guest satisfaction.
- Ensure operational systems and procedures are effective, efficient and in place for the operation of the venues.
- Support the delivery of outstanding customer service while ensuring that all financial and local requirements are met.
- Manages and controls department expenditure, staying within agreed budgets and being cognizant of P/L for venues.
- Create relationships with the local community, influencers and tastemakers.
- Partner with key departments such as Marketing, Security, VIP Services, and Promotions teams to ensure all events and initiatives are executed properly.
- Budget development and ongoing budget management.
- Ensure guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times.
Qualifications
What we're looking for...
- Someone with a passion and knowledge of nightlife in Barcelona, with their finger on the pulse of the city and a network to come with.
- Minimum of five (5+) years of luxury Restaurant/Nightclub Management experience
- Previous experience with pre-opening of a Restaurant/Nightclub is preferred
- Someone who understands, celebrates and embraces the SLS brand values
- Knowledge of Marketing, Social Media, VIP, Hosting, Promotions required
- Strong knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures in a restaurant/nightclub is required
- Proven team leader with a high level of energy and motivation, a natural at managing and inspiring others in a way that gets the best out of them.
- Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork
- Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and have a high-level attention to detail
- You combine analytical and methodical thinking with high attention to detail and a solution-focused approach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in Spanish and English.
- You make people feel good - your team, guests, and colleagues alike. You make a positive impact.
- You are an excellent relationship builder, confident in working with other teams and leaders; you’re passionate about what we can achieve together.
- You take ownership of important issues, solve problems, and make effective decisions.
- You learn quickly and adapt to SLS’s unique culture.
- You are humble and open to ideas. We leave our ego at the door and help get things done.
- You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
- You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.
Additional Information
What's in it for you...
- The opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
- The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
- Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
- A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
- Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.
SLS is part of Ennismore, a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collection of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint- venture with Accor, formed in 2021.
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