General Manager
Trade · Wellington Central, Wellington, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25/hr
Wellington Central, New Zealand, is about to welcome a brand-new accommodation and lifestyle venture, and its owners need an accomplished hospitality leader to run it end to end. For the right person, it is the kind of appointment that defines a career.
They are searching for a seasoned professional with real leadership credentials, hands-on operational expertise and a history of assembling teams that succeed, plus decisive judgement and a love of looking after guests. From the first day you will set how the property operates, shape the way its people work together and build a place where every stay feels exceptional, all within a growing international business.
Overseas applicants with verified hospitality experience are encouraged to apply, with visa sponsorship available for the right candidate. For hotel leaders in Dubai, Doha or Riyadh, this is a considered next career step.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry overall accountability for the property and the commercial results it achieves
- Head up the opening and initial operational build of the new venue
- Put robust systems, workflows and service benchmarks in place right from the start
- Mentor and back each department head so their teams hit operational targets
- Grow a workplace culture where people own their work, collaborate and deliver outstanding service
- Make certain guests receive a dependable, high-calibre experience from arrival to departure
- Direct rooms, guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping and maintenance
- Keep a close eye on the numbers, including revenue, labour efficiency and running costs, drawing on data and operational insight to lift results and guest satisfaction
- Anticipate problems before they grow and introduce practical remedies
- Make sure every department stays in close contact so the operation runs seamlessly
- Invest in staff engagement, training and career development
- Lead by example on the property's values and guest relationships, pushing for continuous improvement without losing consistency
Requirements & Eligibility
- Proven senior-level experience managing hospitality, accommodation or lifestyle-focused properties, backed by measurable business results as a hospitality leader
- A demonstrated record of leading teams that span several departments and of handling complex operations
- Experience creating teams, processes and service standards in a fast-moving setting, while blending hands-on leadership with strategic business planning
- Sound grasp of accommodation operations, guest experience management and the drivers of profitability, together with experience in budgeting, forecasting, labour management and cost control
- Strong communicator able to influence and motivate diverse teams, and a confident decision-maker who tackles operational challenges practically
- Food and beverage leadership experience is highly regarded
- Genuine passion for hospitality, travel, people and memorable experiences
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate verified skills, experience and leadership capability
- Candidates from New Zealand and overseas are welcome to apply, and visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates meeting the required criteria
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