Our Client a well known Luxury Guest House in Pretoria (30 keys), is urgently recruiting for the services and commitment of a young well experienced Guest House Manager. Candidates should have a very strong Front Office / Rooms Division background and past experience in smaller full service Boutique Hotels, Guest Houses and Lodges would be a benifit. The Guest House F&B operations are reasonably busy and a Breakfast Lunch and Dinner Service is provided. This in turn requires the successful Candidate , to have a good understanding of F&B operations and how they integrate with the rest of the Guest House in order to maintain the anticipated high standards required for this operation. It is prefered that candidates should reside currently in Pretoria and have a strong understanding of hospitality operations and trends in the Pretoria Market.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 : R 13000.00 - R15000.00 - Negotiable standard benefits to be discussed in the interview
Essential for your application:
Detailed and well presented CV - spacifically outlining previous employment and duration in each position as well as duties and responsibilities in each position.Head and Shoulders Photograph attached to CVIndication of current remuneration package and benifits - preferable if most recent or last pay advice slip is attachedContactable references with full up to date contact details.
It is very important to note that applications that are not complete with the above information will not be considered.Main Purpose:To effectively manage the property, staff and everyday Guest House 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 Company. Job Specific Requirements• Critical success factors of the Hospitality Industry,and previous experience would be a distinct advantage and deciding factor.• In-depth knowledge of Rooms Division ( more particularly) 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 - Opera & Micros or similar• Basic understanding of IT, AV & Telecommunications software & hardware systems;• Knowledge of Diverse Cultures. Able to recruit, motivate, inspire and lead a team of diverse personalities in a cosmopolitan environment.Proven Leader - with strong referencesJob Related Skills:• Problem Solving Skills;• Negotiating Skills;• Interpersonal Skills;• Leadership Skills;• Training & Coaching Skills;• Numerical & Verbal Reasoning Skills;• Communication skills (Written & verbal);• People Management SkillsJob ExperienceMinimum 2-5 years relevant Hospitality experience - as a Guest House Manager , or Front Office / Rooms Div ManagerEducation:• Matric (Essential).• Diploma / Degree in Hotel Management or related field (Desirable).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• Must be willing to do Occupational Assessments