Venmac Resources Limited is a hotel management company with an unmatched experience in the hospitality Industry. Over the years we have worked with reputable 3-5 star hotels across the nation, providing business solutions in the hospitality industry, and we have earned ourselves as one of the emerging hospitality management company committed to seeing our clients satisfied, hence our slogan ‘Thinking Beyond Boundaries.’

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Hotel General Manager (Expatriate – Lebanese / Indian)

Location: Kano
Employment Type: Full time

Position Summary

• The General Manager is responsible for all aspects of operations at the hotel, from day-to-day staff management and guests.
• He should be an ambassador for the brand.
• Provide leadership and strategic planning to all departments in support of our service culture, maximized operations and guest satisfaction.
• Work Very closely with the hotel owners and other stakeholders.
• Responsible for managing the Hotels management team (HODs) and overall hotel targets to deliver an excellent Guest experience.
• A General Manager would also be required to manage profitability and guest satisfaction measures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations functions of the hotel, as per the Organizational chart.
• Hold regular briefings and meetings with all heads of departments.
• Ensure full compliance with hotel operating controls, SOPs, policies, procedures and service standards.
• Lead all key property issues including customer service and refurbishment.
• Handling complaints, and overseeing the service recovery procedures.
• Responsible for the preparation, presentation and subsequent achievement of the hotel’s annual Operating Budget, Marketing& Sales Plan and Capital Budget.
• Manage ongoing profitability of the hotel, ensuring revenue and guest satisfaction targets are met and exceeded.
• Ensure all decisions are made in the best interest of the hotels and management.
• Deliver hotel budget goals and set other short and long-term strategic goals for the property.
• Developing improvement actions, and carrying out cost savings.
• A strong understanding of P&L statements and the ability to react with impactful strategies
• Closely monitor the hotel’s business reports on a daily basis and take decisions accordingly.
• Ensure that monthly financial outlooks for Rooms, Food & Beverage, Admin & General, are on target and accurate.
• Maximizing room yield and hotel / resort revenue through innovative sales practices and yield management programs.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting for the owners and stakeholders.
• Draw up plans and budgets (revenues, costs, etc.) for the owners.
• Helping in the procurement of operating supplies and equipment, and contracting with third-party vendors for essential equipment and services.
• Coordination with H.O.D’s for the execution of all activities and functions.
• Overseeing and managing all departments and working closely with department heads on a daily basis.
• Manage and develop the Hotel Executive team to ensure career progression and development.
• Be accountable for the responsibilities of department heads and take ownership of all guest complaints.
• Provide effective leadership to hotel team members.
• Lead in all aspects of business planning.
• Respond to audits to ensure continual improvement is achieved.
• Corporate client handling and taking part in new client acquisition along with the sales team whenever required.
• Responsible for safeguarding the quality of operations both (internal &external audits).
• Responsible for legalization, Occupational Health &Safety Act, fire regulations and other legal requirements.

Requirements
Education:

• A University Degree in Hotel Management or a related field with experience in opening, managing or re-positioning a hotel with a clear track record.
• Excellent computer system skills.

Experience:

• At least 10 to 20 years of experience in the 4-Star or 5-Star hotel, with international experience. And 5 to 10 years of experience as a General Manager or Asst. General Manager.

Prerequisites:

• The ideal candidate is a seasoned and highly intelligent hotel professional with outstanding, management skills and extensive hands-on experience.
• Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights.

Benefits of working as a Hotel General Manager (Expatriate)

• Career Growth Potential
• Continuous Learning Opportunities
• Advantageous package.

Application Closing Date
25th December, 2023.