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On-site in Bilbao·Added 1 month ago (last checked 4 Nov)
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Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Bilbao
- Spanish
- Native level
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree





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The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Demonstrable experience of more than 5 years, minimum as a department head in hotels of a similar category
Higher education in tourism/hotel management or similar
Leadership, Strategic Vision, Team Development.
Residence in Bilbao or surroundings
Languages: Spanish at native level and high English. (other languages highly valued)
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Totally stable position
Professional development and growth
constant training
conditions commensurate with the responsibility of the position
The role
We are looking for a ASSISTANT MANAGER to join our hotel located in BILBAO
Perform the qualified and responsible direction, control, and monitoring of the set of tasks carried out in the Hotel in coordination with the Hotel Manager and under their supervision. Organize, direct, and coordinate the work of the staff under their charge. Achievement of the economic objectives regarding their clients and their employees, set by the company. Exercise decision-making in all aspects during the times and days when the Hotel Manager is not present, with all the consequences.
What you'll do
Participate in recruitment and promote the training, development, and motivation of their work team.
Efficiently manage the staff under their charge, planning and supervising their organization.
Exercise participatory leadership, guaranteeing a good working environment by always showing an exemplary attitude with all collaborators.
Be a guarantor of the optimal quality of services and amenities to clients and, where appropriate, correctly manage their complaints.
Ensure excellence in service and compliance with quality standards, as well as their updating
Develop the client portfolio, proposing and promoting new commercial development channels, as well as monitoring online reputation, as well as reviews and opportunities for improvement.
Preparation and monitoring of the budget, as well as credit management, optimizing margins and results and minimizing costs, while always preserving quality and the working environment.
Ensure the maintenance of the facilities and their security.
Ensure the validity and application of company policies and regulations, as well as ensuring that the company's interests are always guaranteed in all its areas
About Catalonia Hotels
Catalonia Hotels is a Spanish hotel chain founded in 1985, headquartered in Barcelona. It operates over 80 hotels across Spain, Europe, and the Caribbean, offering a range of services from urban and resort hotels to golf and spa properties. The company is a significant player in the Spanish hospitality industry, with a strong presence in major tourist destinations and business cities.
In Spain, Catalonia Hotels has a substantial footprint with properties in key cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, and Valencia, as well as popular holiday destinations like the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands. The company is known for its focus on quality service and guest satisfaction, and it actively recruits for a variety of roles, from front-of-house and housekeeping to management and corporate positions. For international professionals, Catalonia Hotels offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment, with many hotels catering to international clientele, and the company values language skills and cross-cultural experience.
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Founded
- 1985
- Employees
- 5,000–10,000
- Headquarters
- Barcelona, Spain
- In Spain
- Barcelona, Madrid, Seville and 5 more
Good to know if you are moving
- Catalonia Hotels is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, and has a strong presence in major Spanish cities and tourist destinations, offering opportunities across the country.
- The company operates a diverse portfolio of hotels, including urban, resort, and spa properties, providing a variety of work environments for hospitality professionals.
- As a family-owned company, Catalonia Hotels emphasizes a personal and service-oriented culture, which can be appealing for those seeking a more intimate work atmosphere.
- The company hires for many roles in Spain, including front-of-house, culinary, and management positions, and it is open to international candidates with relevant experience.
- Working in Spain with Catalonia Hotels offers the chance to live and work in popular tourist and business hubs, with a multicultural guest base.
In their own words
About the company & team
Catalonia Hotels & Resorts is a multinational hotel chain. It is one of the leading hotel chains in our country, currently with 80 establishments located in more than 20 different destinations and in full expansion
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