Hotel General Manager

Reference: 11206 MLR
Consultant: Michelle le Roux

Job Description:

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the hotel, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.
  • Manage all hotel departments, including reservations, front office, housekeeping, sales and marketing, leisure services, human resources, and finance.
  • Develop and implement strategies to optimise revenue, occupancy, and overall hotel performance.
  • Manage budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure operational targets are achieved.
  • Maintain high standards of service, hygiene, health and safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team through training and performance management.
  • Manage guest feedback, resolve complaints effectively, and ensure outstanding customer satisfaction.
  • Oversee hotel projects and drive continuous operational improvements.

Qualifications:

  • Recognised qualification in Hospitality Management or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years’ senior management experience in the hospitality industry.
  • Strong background in hotel operations, particularly rooms division management.
  • Proven experience in revenue management and occupancy optimisation.
  • Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and people management skills.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Project management experience.
  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and guest service focus.

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.