Assistant Hotel Manager

Reference: 11256 MLR
Consultant: Michelle le Roux

Job Description:

  • Assist the Hotel Manager with the day-to-day operations of the hotel, ensuring exceptional guest service and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee Front Office, Housekeeping, and Food & Beverage operations to maintain high service standards.
  • Monitor guest satisfaction, address complaints professionally, and implement improvements to enhance the guest experience.
  • Support staff management through training, performance reviews, scheduling, and maintaining employee engagement.
  • Ensure compliance with hotel policies, health and safety procedures, and operational standards.
  • Manage stock, equipment, and inventory levels while controlling waste and operational costs.
  • Assist with budgeting, financial controls, reconciliations, and monitoring daily hotel financial processes.
  • Liaise with suppliers and service providers to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and implement best practices.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in hotel management or a similar hospitality leadership role.
  • Diploma in Hospitality Management, Tourism, or a related field (advantageous).
  • Strong leadership, people management, and team development skills.
  • Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Good financial acumen and experience with budgeting and cost control.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Protel PMS will be advantageous.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.
  • Valid driver’s licence.

How to Apply:

  • Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.