Summit Recruitment & Search was established in 2009 to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rw...
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General Manager
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience10 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial  , Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the hotel team to achieve annual budgets, profit targets, and business growth objectives.
- Oversee daily hotel operations across all departments, ensuring excellence in guest services and operational efficiency.
- Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies to maximize room occupancy and revenue generation.
- Ensure compliance with all government laws, health and safety regulations, and company policies.
- Monitor financial reports, including P&L statements, and implement cost-saving and profit-maximizing initiatives.
- Hire, train, appraise, and manage hotel staff, promoting a performance-driven and inclusive work environment.
- Direct and support capital projects, refurbishments, and maintenance of hotel assets.
- Represent the hotel at industry events and with key stakeholders, including corporate clients and board members.
- Prepare and present operational, financial, and strategic reports to the Board of Directors regularly.
CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
- Bachelors degree in Hospitality Management or relevant field
- At least 10 years of experience in a Senior Hospitality Management role in a high end hotel
- International experience, whether with an international chain or of having worked abroad.
- Proven ability to inspire, guide, and grow diverse teams.
- Strong understanding of P&L, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
- Capable of setting long-term goals aligned with the hotel’s mission.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.
- Creative and analytical in resolving operational challenges.
- Detail-oriented with high standards for service, hygiene, and efficiency.
- Familiar with Microsoft Office and hospitality management systems.
- Comfortable handling change, high-pressure situations, and complex priorities.
Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to Summit Recruitment and Search on www.summitrecruitment-search.com to apply
