Hotel Manager - EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP ROLE
- Full-time
- Job-Category: Executive & Hotel Management
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Schedule: Full-Time
Company Description
Be part of a global hotel group with over 5,700 properties in 110 countries. Located above Nankai Namba Station, our 36-storey premium hotel features 546 rooms, 9 dining venues, dedicated spaces for events, weddings, and wellness.
The Swissôtel Nankai Osaka is seeking a high-calibre Hotel Manager to help lead one of Osaka’s most prestigious 5-star properties - a premier destination renowned for hosting international conferences, luxury weddings, and VIP delegations.
This is a career-defining opportunity for a dynamic hospitality leader with a strong operational foundation and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences at scale in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.
Job Description
- Operational Leadership: Drive seamless daily operations across all departments, ensuring exceptional guest service and upholding the highest standards of Japanese hospitality.
- Team & Stakeholder Management: Lead, coach, and motivate a culturally diverse team while building strong relationships with owners, partners, vendors, and community leaders.
- Strategic & Project Involvement: Contribute to commercial strategy, support major events, represent the hotel in regulatory forums, and lead facility improvements and renovation projects.
Qualifications
Experienced Hotel Operations Leader: Proven track record in senior roles within 5-star or international hotel environments.
Operationally Savvy: In-depth knowledge of hotel operations, facilities management, and delivering exceptional guest service.
Bilingual Communicator: Fluent in both Japanese and English, with excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills.
Stakeholder-Focused: Skilled at engaging with owners, local authorities, and business partners at all levels.
Event & MICE Expertise: Comfortable leading large-scale events and collaborating across departments to ensure smooth execution.
Commercially Minded: Business-aware with a solid grasp of sales strategy and revenue opportunities (bonus for sales or BD experience).
Project & CAPEX Experience: Hands-on experience with renovations, upgrades, and capital expenditure planning is a strong advantage
Additional Information
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Executive Leadership Role at one of Osaka’s premier flagship hotels
- Attractive Compensation Package with competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Career Advancement Opportunities within a globally renowned hospitality group
- High-Impact Position in one of Asia’s most dynamic and competitive urban hotel markets