Director of Rooms - Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel (Pre Opening Team)

Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator, and investor with a portfolio of more than 536 hotels in operation. Minor Hotels passionately explores new possibilities in hospitality with a diverse portfolio of properties designed intelligently to appeal to different kinds of travelers, serving new passions as well as personal needs. Through our Anantara, Avani, Oaks, Elewana, Tivoli, NH Hotel Group, Four Seasons, St. Regis, Marriott, and Minor International properties, across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America.

Avani Hotels & Resorts is a vibrant upscale brand offering relaxed comfort and contemporary style. Avani was launched in response to an increasingly influential group of discerning travelers who appreciate stylish design and excellent service, but also demand great value. Avani hotels are designed for the way we travel now. And we think it’s all about balance. Balance between coolness and kindness, between design and function, and between service and privacy.

Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel set to open in Q2 2026 will bring contemporary style and Laotian flair to the heart of the capital, just minutes from Wat Si Saket, Vientiane Night Market, and Chao Anouvong Park. The hotel’s 197 guest rooms and suites will blend modern design with local touches, offering its guests the choice of four dining venues, including an international all-day dining restaurant, a western comfort food concept and bar, and a Southeast Asian fine-dining restaurant. Guests will enjoy Avani Spa with five treatment rooms, an Avani Fit fitness centre and studio, an outdoor swimming pool, and versatile event spaces including a ballroom for up to 320 guests.

 

As Director of Rooms, you will manage the effectiveness of the day-to-day Rooms operation. The priority of your role will be working closely with the Rooms Division department leaders and other department leaders to ensure the highest level of service delivery to meet guest satisfaction and exceed their expectations. Your main responsibilities will include implementation of all Rooms Division brand standards and best practices, providing training and development opportunities for all team members, and effective management of the Rooms Division expenditures and budgets.

•  Degree in hotel management or related field
• Experience in Front Office or Housekeeping up to division head level
• Strong commercial/business acumen
• Passion for quality and result driven
• Fluent in English - both in spoken and written
• Previous relevant experience in Southeast Asia strongly preferred.