Director of Venues

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is a world-renowned luxury hospitality brand, known for timeless elegance, legendary service, and unforgettable guest experiences. Each Raffles hotel is more than a destination — it is a story waiting to be discovered.

At Raffles Istanbul, modern luxury meets the rich spirit of a city where continents connect. With effortless grace, contemporary design blends with traditional elegance, creating a unique sense of place that mirrors Istanbul’s vibrant energy and deep history.Perched above the Bosphorus, within the heart of Zorlu Center — Istanbul’s hub for art, fashion, and gastronomy — Raffles Istanbul offers sweeping views from the Black Sea to the Marmara Sea, embracing the shimmering waters and three iconic bridges between Europe and Asia. Here, every moment is transformed into an extraordinary memory, shaped by genuine warmth, sophistication, and heart.

Joining Raffles means joining a brand with a rich history, a prestigious reputation, and limitless opportunities for growth. You will be part of a global family where your talents are recognized, your individuality celebrated, and your career supported. Discover your potential and craft a rewarding future with Raffles.

At Raffles, this journey is guided by a clear philosophy:

• Start with Respect — Respect creates a foundation for positive relationships.
• Belonging follows — When people feel respected, they are more likely to feel they belong.
• This leads to Integrity — A sense of belonging inspires trust and a deep commitment to doing what’s right.
• Empowerment then becomes possible — With trust and integrity in place, people feel empowered to make decisions and take action.
• Finally, this journey brings us to Excellence — Empowerment fosters the motivation and confidence needed to achieve our highest standards.

We are seeking an accomplished senior leader with a strong passion for luxury hospitality and excellence in Food & Beverage operations. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in multi-outlet venue management, demonstrating proven expertise in financial performance, profitability, and operational oversight across restaurants, bars, lounges, and event venues. Exceptional leadership, communication skills, and the ability to drive high-performing teams within a dynamic, luxury brand environment are essential for this role.

• Passion for luxury hospitality and exceptional service
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Ability to work as part of a diverse, dynamic team
• Previous experience in a luxury hotel environment is an asset
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in Food & Beverage / Venue management within luxury or upper-upscale hospitality brands, with at least 3–5 years at Director level or equivalent senior leadership role.
• Proven expertise in multi-outlet operations, including full operational, financial, and concept oversight of restaurants, bars, lounges, event, and entertainment venues.
• Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated capability in budgeting, P&L management, revenue optimization, cost control, forecasting, and profitability enhancement.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead large, diverse teams, drive talent development, manage performance, and collaborate effectively with senior leadership and brand/operational stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required, with an additional language considered an asset.

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