Hotel Manager

Mondrian is a way of travel. With its groundbreaking design and progressive programming, it is a “must” destination for locals or travellers. Mondrian Hotels can be found in the heart of the most exciting cultural scenes in the world. In every space, against every backdrop, at every event, new perspectives are illuminated. Mondrian embraces creativity with a progressive, forward-thinking approach that experiments with perspective and immerses you in dream-like spaces that reflect the culture of the city it inhabits. Converge with culture, in all its forms, as you enter the bold world of Mondrian. Mondrian provides a playful framework so that guests and locals alike can immerse themselves in the culture of each city it inhabits.

What do we expect from you?

Mondrian Abu Dhabi is poised to be a defining lifestyle destination in the region, and we’re looking for an exceptional Hotel Manager to join us during the pre-opening phase. As Hotel Manager, you will play a critical leadership role, working closely with the General Manager to bring the vision of Mondrian to life. From overseeing daily hotel operations to driving performance and culture across all departments, your influence will shape every part of the guest journey.

You’ll be at the heart of the action — leading teams, optimising processes, and ensuring every guest touchpoint reflects the creativity, flair, and sophistication Mondrian is known for.

How your day looks like:

• Lead the operational setup of the hotel in the pre-opening phase, including SOP development, team recruitment, training, and departmental coordination.

• Provide hands-on leadership and support across key operational departments including Rooms, Food & Beverage, Spa, Engineering, and Housekeeping.

• Collaborate closely with the General Manager to ensure all hotel activities align with brand strategy, guest experience goals, and commercial targets.

• Champion Mondrian’s brand values by ensuring a consistently high standard of service, design sensibility, and cultural programming.

• Act as a key stakeholder in guest engagement — visible, approachable, and invested in ensuring exceptional guest journeys.

• Monitor operational performance through key metrics and guest feedback, proactively addressing areas for improvement.

• Drive operational excellence through innovation, systems thinking, and an unrelenting focus on team empowerment.

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, licensing, brand standards, and local regulations.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management to drive profitability across all operating departments.

• Represent the General Manager in their absence, ensuring continuity of leadership and decision-making.

• Minimum of 10 years of hospitality experience, with at least 2 years in a Hotel Manager role within a luxury or lifestyle hotel.

• Strong background in Food & Beverage operations is highly desired, with the ability to lead and connect both pillars Rooms & Food & Beverage seamlessly.

• Prior experience in a pre-opening environment is highly desirable.

• Deep understanding of both front and back-of-house operations and how they interconnect to shape the guest experience.

• Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams with emotional intelligence, structure, and empathy.

• Commercially minded with a strong grasp of financial management, labour planning, and operational KPIs.

• Naturally guest-focused with a passion for creating memorable, meaningful, and personalised experiences.

• Flexible, energetic, and collaborative — you thrive in fast-paced environments and love building something from the ground up.

• Familiarity with hospitality systems (e.g., Opera PMS, POS, financial software) is a plus.

• Fluency in English is essential; additional languages, particularly Arabic, are a bonus.

• Culturally curious and globally minded — aligned with the Mondrian brand’s creative and cosmopolitan ethos.

Why Join Mondrian Abu Dhabi?

Global Presence & Vision

• Become part of a global, innovative, and rapidly growing group, committed not only to building hotels but also to crafting a distinguished global brand.
• Embark on the exciting pre-opening journey of one of the most anticipated luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi.

Creative & Impactful Work

• Shape and refine the guest experience in a hotel that celebrates bold creativity, rich culture, and timeless style.
• Enjoy the opportunity to challenge the norm and thrive in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to curating exceptional hospitality experiences and discovering new, dynamic locations.

Career Growth & Development

• Take advantage of abundant opportunities for career growth within a prestigious global portfolio of brands.
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work.

Inclusive Environment:

• Thrive in an inclusive and collaborative environment that values individuality, promotes inclusivity, and fosters collaboration and encourages innovative thinking.

Compensation & Benefits

• Benefit from comprehensive healthcare, a competitive salary, and exclusive perks across the Ennismore family of brands.

How to Apply: If you’re an experienced and forward-thinking hospitality leader with a passion for crafting unforgettable guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you. Mondrian Abu Dhabi offers a rare opportunity to be part of a truly iconic pre-opening journey. To apply for the Hotel Manager position, please submit your CV along with a cover letter that highlights your operational expertise, leadership approach, and what excites you most about joining the Mondrian brand at this transformative stage.