Welcome to Hilton Brussels Grand Place, a place where elegance meets warmth, and innovation blends with tradition. In the heart of Brussels, our iconic hotel embodies the spirit of the city: dynamic, cosmopolitan, and full of surprises. Our team is our greatest pride; a group of dedicated professionals driven by a passion for hospitality and a desire to create unforgettable experiences for our guests. Join us and discover a world where every day is a new adventure!
We have an exceptional opportunity for a Management Trainee position.
The General Management Trainee will assist the General Manager/ Director of Operations of Hilton Brussels Grand Place with various administrative and operational tasks, ensuring the highest standards of guest satisfaction, financial performance, and team development. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive experience in the hospitality industry, and a proven track record of driving operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
· Conduct benchmark studies to analyze trends and competitive performance
· Help to ensure guest satisfaction by addressing their needs and resolving issues
· Assist in the reputation management of the hotel both online and offline by monitoring reviews and social media
· Help to identify and leverage revenue opportunities to maximize hotel profitability
· Act as a quality coach to ensure hotel standards are met and improved
· Perform duty management tasks in the absence of senior management
· Improve overall quality of the hotel through initiatives and improvement programs
· Integrate gen z input to modernize services and attract a younger clientele
· Utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize operations and enhance guest experience
· Maintain close relationships with the head of department (hod) team to ensure effective and harmonious collaboration
🔍 Our Requirements:
· Hotel management or tourism student with an internship agreement of six months starting in November 2026.
· Fluency in both English and French is essential for comfortable interaction with our international guests. Knowledge of Dutch or any other language is a plus!
· Full of energy, you can work in a team while keeping a smile on your face.
· Good leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
· Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
· Most importantly, you have a passion for hospitality and management.
What to expect during your internship at Hilton Brussels Grand Place?
· You'll have the opportunity to learn from an experienced team in a prestigious environment.
· You'll develop practical skills in general hotel management.
· For students residing abroad, we offer compensation for housing.
· Complimentary lunch whenever you're on duty.
· Flexible hours to spice up your week.
· Well-being-focused Company Culture: Join a company that values your well-being with initiatives such as mental health programs, wellness activities, etc.
· Discounts on Products/Services: Did you know that Hilton Brussels Grand Place is part of the Pandox investment group? We own and operate four other hotels in Belgium:
DoubleTree by Hilton Brussels City
The Hotel. Brussels
Holiday Inn Brussels Airport
Indigo Brussels City
· Enjoy attractive discounts on rooms and restaurants at our various establishments.
You'll also benefit from discounts at Hilton properties worldwide!
· Responsible Initiatives: Contribute to projects or company initiatives focused on social and environmental responsibility.
What are the recruitment process steps?
If you're motivated to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to our exceptional team, send us your CV. We'll start with an initial phone interview to better understand your expectations and goals. Then, you'll be invited for an in-person or Teams interview!
We have a company culture that promotes diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. Do you need adjustments for your internship? Feel free to let us know.
We look forward to welcoming you to Hilton Brussels Grand Place!
Skills Required
- Hotel management or tourism student with an internship agreement of six months starting in November 2026
- Fluency in both English and French
- Knowledge of Dutch or any other language
- Good leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Passion for hospitality and management
What We Do
Pandox is a leading European hotel property company that owns, develops, and leases hotel properties to skilled operators under long-term, turnover-based leases. Since its inception in 1995, it has grown into one of the largest hotel property owners in Europe, managing a portfolio of approximately 192 hotel properties with around 42,500 rooms across 11 countries in Northern Europe.
