Hotel General Manager, Luxury Waterfront Resort & Spa
Vancouver Island in British Columbia
We are currently seeking a Resort Hotel General Manager for a high end, Oceanfront Resort & Spa, located on pristine beaches, surrounded by picturesque Pacific Northwest Nature Parks.
Great Location: Vancouver Island, BC
Our client is an internationally well-known Resort & Spa catering to sophisticated international clients. This Resort offers a unique guest experience focused on luxury in a one-of-a-kind setting.
This is a year round position, live in one of the most desirable Vancouver Island Resort communities in British Columbia.
The Resort includes a very popular Restaurant and Lounge operation with stunning ocean views, featuring authentic & contemporary, local Pacific Northwest cuisine.
We are looking for an inspired Hotel General Manager who believes in success through commitment and pride to join this beautiful Resort.
The ideal candidate is a highly seasoned and intelligent hotel professional with outstanding management skills.
The Resort Hotel General Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of all related areas of the Resort. Actively promote the Resort while contributing to stellar operation and financial responsibility through value and loyalty.
The Resort Hotel General Manager will be in charge for the strategic planning, financial forecasting, crew satisfaction deliverables and overall guest satisfaction. The Resort Hotel General Manager will be working closely with the sales & marketing team and event planners, reporting directly to the owners.
This inspirational leader is responsible for driving, communicating and supporting all departmental processes within operations and is also accountable for positively influencing the operations through an effective leadership approach.
This position encompasses all aspects of the Resort operations, including ensuring the success of the popular Restaurant and Lounge, Patio, Banquets, Meetings & Events as well as keeping strong positive relations with the Island’s community.
The Resort Hotel General Manager should be competent in troubleshooting skills, time management, organization and an exceptional eye for detail.
Key Accountabilities
- Direct and take part in all aspects of the resort daily operations to deliver exceptional resort experiences for guests, employees and other stakeholders.
- Operate the property in accordance with policies, procedures, the annual plan and operating budget
- Oversee, manage, direct and take part in all aspects of Accommodations, and Food & Beverage Services.
- Build, engage and empower a strong service oriented team and create a positive work environment at all times.
- Implement and continuously improve systems, standards and processes for resort management, measurement and control
- Prepare an annual operating budget with monthly updates and adjustments reflecting actual performance to be approved by the company directors
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 to 5 years Hotel General Manager upscale Hotel experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve results
- Upper level Manager experience at a first class Resort
- Food & Beverage management experience, including fine dining and upscale wine knowledge
- Working knowledge and use of current technology including MS Office and property management systems
- Experience in financial control, planning and reporting in a hospitality environment
- Accepts ownership of organizational goals by exploring different opportunities to add value to the company
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to travel to support the sales and marketing needs of the resort
Excellent Working Atmosphere, very positive professional environment. Picturesque setting in nature.
Employment is full time, year round. Very well known, desirable Vancouver Island community to live in.
Interested candidates please forward complete CV in confidence
Confidentiality assured to all interested candidates!
