
Job Title: General Manager – Catering & Facilities Management (FM), Qatar Region
Location: Qatar
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: CEO / Group Operations Director
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager – Catering & FM to oversee the operations, business development, and strategic growth of our catering and facilities management services across Qatar. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, operational excellence, and a deep understanding of the regional market, with a proven ability to manage large teams, complex contracts, and multi-site operations.
Key Responsibilities:Operations Management
- Lead and oversee daily operations across catering and FM contracts (cleaning, maintenance, security, etc.)
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and quality standards across all sites
- Implement and monitor SOPs to maintain service excellence and operational efficiency
- Introduce cost-effective strategies without compromising service standards
Business Development
- Identify new business opportunities and lead proposal development and contract negotiations
- Build and maintain relationships with key clients, government entities, and vendors
- Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and stakeholder meetings
Financial Management
- Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports
- Drive profitability through revenue growth, cost control, and contract optimization
- Monitor KPIs and implement performance improvement plans as necessary
Team Leadership
- Lead and motivate a large, multicultural team across departments and sites
- Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations
- Foster a high-performance, customer-focused culture
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Hospitality, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing large-scale catering and/or FM operations
- Strong understanding of Qatar’s regulatory and business environment
- Proven experience managing large budgets and complex service contracts
- Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship skills
- Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a plus
- Valid Qatari driving license or ability to obtain one
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: QAR50,000.00 - QAR65,000.00 per month
