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  • Posted: Sep 15, 2025
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • MORE Family Collection is a diversified private business, specializing in the Southern African tourism industry. Our reach within the industry spans the hospitality sector (MORE Family Collection of Lodges, Hotels, & Residences); the travel service sector (MORE Family Concierge); and the training/ human development sector (MORE Campus & MORE Field Guide Coll...
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    Duty Manager

    Key Responsibilities

    Guest Experience

    • Personally welcome VIP guests, repeat guests, and special occasion stays, ensuring tailored attention.
    • Oversee the entire check-in and check-out process, ensuring efficiency and a warm, professional standard.
    • Manage guest complaints and feedback, resolving issues promptly while protecting the hotel’s reputation.
    • Actively engage with guests in public areas to build rapport, identify service opportunities, and ensure needs are anticipated.
    • Ensure guest requests (tours, transfers, amenities, reservations) are actioned promptly and communicated to relevant departments.

    Operational Oversight

    • Act as the “Manager on Duty” (MOD), ensuring smooth hotel operations in the absence of senior management.
    • Conduct regular property walks to monitor housekeeping standards, public areas, maintenance, and overall readiness.
    • Liaise closely with Housekeeping to ensure room readiness, cleanliness standards, and efficient turnaround of arrivals/departures.
    • Coordinate with Food & Beverage to confirm guest dietary needs, dining preferences, and seamless service during meal periods.
    • Ensure the front office team maintains accurate guest profiles in the PMS and that all billing is correctly processed.
    • Oversee security protocols during shifts, including monitoring access points and ensuring staff compliance with safety procedures.
    • Respond quickly to operational breakdowns (maintenance issues, staff shortages, delays) with practical solutions.

    Team Leadership

    • Lead by example, setting the standard for grooming, service etiquette, and guest interaction.
    • Supervise and support Front Office staff, ensuring each team member is delivering according to hotel standards.
    • Motivate and mentor junior staff, providing constructive feedback and on-the-job training where needed.
    • Assist with scheduling adjustments during shifts to ensure adequate coverage across departments.
    • Encourage interdepartmental teamwork, fostering collaboration and problem-solving across the hotel.

    Administration & Communication

    • Compile accurate and detailed Duty Manager reports summarising shift highlights, guest feedback, incidents, and follow-ups required.
    • Ensure thorough shift handovers with the Front of House Manager and next Duty Manager.
    • Monitor cash handling, float balancing, and compliance with financial procedures.
    • Track and report guest feedback trends, service recovery cases, and operational challenges to management.
    • Support compliance with legislative requirements, including Tourism Act registration, health and safety checks, and data accuracy for guest records.

    Requirements:

    • Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a supervisory, assistant manager, or duty manager role within the hospitality industry.
    • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
    • A guest-focused mindset with excellent attention to detail.
    • Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in high-pressure or emergency situations.

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    Procurement Buyer

    Key Responsibilities

    Procurement Operations

    • Manage purchase orders from initiation to completion.
    • Place and track orders, ensuring timely delivery and quality compliance.
    • Resolve supplier issues such as shipment delays or quality concerns.

    Supplier Management

    • Communicate and coordinate with suppliers to maintain strong working relationships.
    • Negotiate terms and monitor supplier performance.

    Budget & Cost Control

    • Understand and manage procurement budgets.
    • Ensure accurate cost allocation against budget codes.
    • Collaborate with finance teams for payment processing and proof of payment (POP) tracking.

    System & Documentation

    • Update and maintain procurement records in Sage.
    • Handle all administrative aspects including contracts, delivery notes, and invoices.

    Cross-functional Collaboration

    • Work closely with logistics for distribution to properties.
    • Liaise with internal departments throughout the procurement lifecycle.

    Stock Management

    • Oversee stock levels and manage inventory for various purchases.

    Required Skills & Experience

    • Proven experience in managing purchase orders and procurement tasks.
    • Hospitality industry buying experience is highly recommended.
    • Strong supplier communication and negotiation skills.
    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
    • Exceptional organisational and interpersonal skills.

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