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General Manager wanted urgently: APPLY NOW

General Manager wanted urgently: APPLY NOW

South Africa
Overview

Our Client a well established Safari Lodge Company operating in Kenya and Uganda is recruiting for a well qualified, experienced and motivated General Manager to manage one of their properties in Kenya. The position would suit an individual who is looking for growth and a fresh challenge.

My Client would welcome Candidate applications from Kenyan, Tanzanian, Zimbabwean, Mauritian and South African Nationals who have had previous work experience in East Africa

The Lodge has the following facilities:

60 rooms
Conference and Function facilities
Restaurant
Bar and Viewing deck
Game Drives and other Tourist activities .
The suitable candidate will be taking full responsibility for the property’s day to day operations, budgets and profitability by effectively planning, leading, organising and controlling all aspects of strategy, marketing, budgets, finances, standards and maintenance.

Remuneration:

Salary package US$ Nett – negotiable based on experience
Accommodation
All Meals and living ameneties
Cost of Visas and Work Permits ( if married spouse may join the applicant full time but will not have working status visa )
Annual Leave
Return Air Tickets to point of origin – annual

Main Purpose:

To effectively manage the property, staff and everyday Lodge operations, to achieve optimal guest and stakeholder satisfaction, ensure compliance, maximization of financial performance, and working environment in accordance with the standard operating procedures, policies and quality standards of the Lodge in General.

Job Specific Requirements
Critical success factors of the Safari Lodge Industry;
In-depth knowledge of Rooms Division and Food & Beverage Departments;
In-depth knowledge of Yield and Revenue Management;
Understanding of Hospitality Industry Ratio’s;
Working knowledge of Human Resource Policies and Practices;
Working knowledge of legislation applicable to the Hospitality Industry;
Understanding of Marketing, Sales and channel principles and processes;
Working knowledge of financial and administrative Principles;
Working knowledge of POS and PMS systems;
Basic understanding of IT, AV & Telecommunications software & hardware systems;
Knowledge of Diverse Cultures – Previous experience in East Africa would be an advantage.

Job-Related Skills:

Problem Solving Skills;
Negotiating Skills;
Interpersonal Skills;
Leadership Skills;
Training & Coaching Skills;
Numerical & Verbal Reasoning Skills;
Communication skills (Written & verbal);
People Management Skills

Job Experience

15 years practical operational experience of which a minimum of 5 years has been General Management Safari Lodge / Hotel / Resort experience.

Education:
Matric (Essential).
Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management or related field – Essential
.Personal requirements

Must be entrepreneurial and a self-starter that thrives on achieving exceptional results.
Must be independent in thinking;
Ability to forecast market conditions and strategically develop a business plan accordingly.
Must be detail-oriented and deliver outstanding customer service, and maintain a pristine property.
The ability to be a great leader and motivate a team
A can-do, guest-pleasing attitude
Ability to work a flexible schedule

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted during the recruitment process. Apply Now

Source: jobs365