Saleh Bataineh has been appointed as General Manager at The Waldorf Astoria Kuwait

Saleh Bataineh brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success to his new role. His strategic mindset and hands-on leadership will contribute in delivering operational excellence and elevating guest experience, the hotel said.

Saleh Bataineh

Bataineh's career has spanned multiple global markets, including Jordan, Canada, the UAE, Egypt, Qatar, and China. His leadership style is grounded in a passion for service and a commitment to fostering a culture of integrity, care, and high standards, the hotel said.

Previously, Bataineh was General Manager of Sharq Village & Spa in Doha, where his tenure was marked by significant revenue growth, enhanced guest satisfaction, and numerous accolades, including the prestigious 2024 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Award for Best Newly Appointed General Manager in the Middle East.

His prior roles include leadership positions at several properties, such as Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Desert Falls Waterpark, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Doha, St. Regis, and Katara Hospitality in Doha, as well as Grand Hyatt Amman, and Four Seasons properties in Cairo, Beijing, Amman, Dubai, and Toronto.

Saleh Bataineh is an alumnus of Glion Institute of Higher Education – Class of 2013.

General Management Middle East Kuwait

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