Bringing over 15 years of experience in the F&B industry.
Charbel Karam is a highly experienced and passionate hospitality professional, with a strong F&B background in top establishments across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon.
Charbel joins Th8 Palm, Managed by Accor as an F&B Manager, with over 15 years of experience in the F&B industry, including roles in Dubai with Jumeirah Emirates Towers as a Restaurant Team Leader, Jumeirah Creekside Hotel as an Outlet Manager, Jumeirah Al Naseem as the General Manager of Ambar Rooftop Bar & Lounge, as well as other experiences as a General Manager and Operations Manager for F&B concepts. His most recent role as Restaurant Project Manager for Z Entertainment in Saudi Arabia saw him responsible for the development of a few exciting pop-up concepts including a fine dining restaurant and a casual dining restaurant.
His extensive experience makes him the ideal fit for Th8 Palm, Managed by Accor, which has a range of F&B concepts in the Palm Jumeirah boutique lifestyle resort. As F&B Manager across Fluid Beach Club, Envy, and EllaMia, Charbel will bring a whole host of skills and accolades from his years in the industry, to create an exceptional and memorable experience for all guests.
Known for his enthusiasm, meticulous attention to detail, out-of-the-box thinking, and passion for growing a strong team, he is a keen coach and mentor to his team members. With Arabic as his mother tongue, Charbel is also fluent in English, supporting his efforts to be an excellent communicator to the UAE’s diverse workforce. Th8 Palm, Managed by Accor is a unique, modern resort-inspired by art and design with a Miami-inspired beach club and individual F&B concepts to suit those looking for unpretentious, effortless luxury. The hotel team welcomes Charbel to his role to support the elevation of these venues across the UAE and the wider region.
Atithi Jaiswal
Mumbai, India