Deputy General Manager in a 5 Star Hotel

There is an exciting opportunity in a 5 star leading hotel, for an enthusiastic, dynamic, self motivated and well organized individual to fulfil the role of Deputy General Manager.
We are seeking someone who can work at all levels and in particular is business focused with leadership skills, excellent communication skills, an analytical approach to problems and an eye for hospitality.
Role:
The successful candidate will support and assist the General Manager to effectively manage the hotel and the team,will contribute to the success of the hotel by ensuring that the highest standards of product and service aremaintained and delivered at all times whilst maximizing profitability. Ensuring that team are fully prepared, motivated and ready to work to the highest standards.
This exciting and dynamic management role will require an individual with passion, drive and enthusiasm, a self-motivated individual with a positive approach and the ability to lead and motivate others whilst delivering effective business results.
As Deputy General Manager you wil be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal and analytical skills who thrives on customer satisfaction. As Deputy General Manager you will be proactive and show initiative and also demonstrate sound leadership ability and financial awareness.
You will have a proven track record and strong management and organisational skills gained in a 4 or 5 star hotel. The ideal candidate will have a background that includes both operational experience in Food and Beverage and Rooms management.
Duties and responsibilities:
· Deputising for the General Manager
· Making sure all aspects of your hotel run smoothly
· Playing a major role in strategic planning, sales and marketing
· Handling budgeting and forecasting
· Instilling a culture of continuous improvement
· Ensuring staff are motivated and enthusiastic
· In the absence of the General Manager, take over full responsibility of hotel and its operations.
Qualifications and Experience required:
· Masters/bachelors degree in hotel/institutional management, minimum of 7 years senior management experience with a proven track record and strong management and organizational skills gained in a 4/5 star hotel.
· The ideal candidate will have a background that includes both operational experience in Food and Beverage and Rooms management.
· In depth knowledge of Health & Safety, Food safety and licensing laws, keen business awareness and
commercial acumen, knowledge of Profit and Loss accounts and Stock management / cost control, experience of
effective labour scheduling.
· Strong communication and motivational skills, proven leadership abilities and good
organisational abilities, ability to build a strong rapport with guests, etc.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification
All applicants should include a reliable email address, day-time telephone contact and must be accompanied with a
detailed CV, colour photo and copies of relevant certificates.
Send your application not later than 1/10/2010 to: -
The Advertiser
P.O. Box 1333-00621
Nairobi

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