Bianca Virkus appointed Director of Rooms at Sofitel Dubai the Palm

Published on : Monday, August 2, 2021

Bianca Virkus has been appointed Director of Rooms at Sofitel Dubai the Palm. Virkus previously held various rooms division positions and brings a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry.

Originally from Germany, she started her hospitality career as a front office agent in Germany in 2001, after graduating from vocational school for hotel management. She moved to the UAE in 2003 as revenue sales supervisor for JA Resort, Dubai and in the years that followed, Virkus advanced in her career and became the director of front office in 2012.

In 2016 she moved to Abu Dhabi as director of front office and her most recent role was director of rooms at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort, Dubai. Speaking on her appointment, Virkus said that Sofitel Dubai the Palm is on a huge growth trajectory with so much potential in the region and she is proud to be part of a team that strives to bring to life the outstanding experiences and spirit of the Sofitel brand to our guests.

She also shared that she will be focused on driving key activities and ensuring the smooth operation of all services offered at Sofitel Dubai the Palm, budgeting and overall communications as the brand looks forward to quarter three.