General Manager at Radisson RED Cape Town

• Ensures the smooth running of the hotel, where all areas of the business are managed and the guest service experience is delivered to the highest levels
• Working proactively with all key stakeholders to maximize guest satisfaction and comfort, delivering a positive and responsive approach to enquiries and problem resolution.
• Develops and implements strategies where key hotel metrics are identified, communicated and delivered
• Works with key stakeholders, effectively manages and reviews the life cycle of the team within the hotel, fostering a culture of growth, development and performance
• Owner of the hotel budget, business and sales plan, ensuring that all areas of the business are controlled. Maximizing sales and profit, business opportunities and brand reputation, productivity and performance
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all key stakeholders and business partners
• Reviews and scrutinizes business activities, objectives and best practices, providing recommendations that will drive financial performance and provide added value
• Ensures adherence and compliance to all legislation where due diligence requirements and best practice activities are planned, delivered and documented for internal and external audit, performing follow-up as required

Requirements Of The General Manager

• Proven experience in general management with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach and lead-by-example work style
• Commitment to exceptional guest service with a passion for the hospitality industry
• Ability to find creative solutions, offering advice and recommendations
• Personal integrity, with the ability to work in an environment that demands excellence, time and energy
• Experienced in using IT systems on various platforms
• Strong communication skills