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Wellness Manager Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai at Al Wathba Investment L.L.C
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Anantara Retreat Santorini Abu Dhabi. Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with a focus on authentic hospitality. The Wellness Manager is responsible for designing, leading, and managing the hotel’s holistic wellness program, with a primary focus on yoga, sound healing, mindfulness, and wellness experiences. The role delivers exceptional guest journeys, creates innovative wellness activities, develops wellness partnerships, and ensures all programs reflect the hotel’s luxury standards while promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Responsibilities
- Wellness Programming:
Develop and implement a yearly wellness calendar featuring yoga, sound healing, meditation, breathwork, mindfulness, and other holistic activities; design signature wellness experiences aligned with the brand and guest expectations; create seasonal wellness retreats and events; introduce new wellness concepts based on industry trends and guest feedback. - Yoga & Sound Healing:
Conduct group and private yoga sessions for different fitness levels; lead sound healing, meditation, and relaxation sessions using instruments such as singing bowls, chimes, tuning forks, and gongs; customize wellness sessions based on guest needs; ensure sessions are delivered safely and professionally. - Guest
Experience:
Provide personalized wellness consultations and recommend suitable programs; create memorable and meaningful wellness journeys; respond promptly to guest feedback and ensure service recovery when required; build strong relationships with repeat wellness guests.
- Operations:
Manage the daily operation of wellness activities and spaces; maintain all wellness equipment and sound healing instruments; ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards. - Business Development:
Develop wellness packages, retreats, and membership programs; collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operational Teams to promote wellness offerings; support revenue growth through wellness experiences and retail products. - Financial Responsibilities:
Prepare annual wellness budgets and forecasts; monitor departmental expenses and program profitability; maximize revenue opportunities through wellness experiences, private sessions, and special events. - Health & Safety:
Ensure all activities are conducted safely; maintain guest confidentiality and wellness records where applicable; ensure emergency procedures are understood and followed during wellness activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Wellness Management, Sports Science, Health Sciences, or a related field is preferred.
- Certified Yoga Instructor; advanced certifications are an advantage.
- Certification in Sound Healing, Meditation, Breathwork, or other holistic wellness practices.
- Minimum 2 years of experience leading wellness programs, preferably in a luxury hotel, wellness retreat, or resort.
- Strong knowledge of holistic wellness, mindfulness, and guest well-being.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
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Title: Wellness Manager
Company: Al Wathba Investment L.L.C
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai
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