General Manager

Brilliant Performance Solutions Limited - Our client that has an International Brand and runs Hotels across major cities in Nigeria, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager Locations: Lagos Mainland and Island, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Description Due to increasing activities, our client urgently requires the services of a professional and self-driven General Managers to pilot the affairs in some of its branches located in Lagos Island and Mainland. This person must possess a minimum of a First Degree and at least 8 years’ experience within the hospitality industry. Possession of a higher degree with some professional certifications will be an advantage. Having worked in similar position will be a great advantage. Duties and

Responsibilities

Oversee the operations functions of the hotel, as per the Organizational chart. Hold regular briefings and meetings with all heads of departments. Ensure full compliance with Hotel operating controls, SOPs, policies, procedures, and service standards. Lead all key property issues including capital projects, customer service, and refurbishment. Handling complaints, and overseeing the service recovery procedures. Responsible for the preparation, presentation, and subsequent achievement of the hotel’s annual Operating Budget, Marketing, and sales Plan and Capital Budget. Manage the ongoing profitability of the hotel, ensuring revenue and guest satisfaction targets are met and exceeded. Ensure all decisions are made in the best interest of the hotels and management. Deliver hotel budget goals and set other short and long-term strategic goals for the property. Developing improvement actions, and carrying out cost savings. A strong understanding of P&L statements and the ability to react with impactful strategies Closely monitor the otel’s business reports daily and make decisions accordingly. Ensure that monthly financial outlooks for Rooms, Food & Beverage, Admin & General, are on target and accurate. Maximizing room yield and hotel/resort revenue through innovative sales practices and yield management programs. Prepare a monthly financial report for the owners and stakeholders. Draw up plans and budgets (revenues, costs, etc.) for the owners. Helping in the procurement of operating supplies and equipment, and contracting with third-party vendors for essential equipment and services. Act as a final decision maker in hiring a key staff. Coordination with HOD’s for the execution of all activities and functions. Overseeing and managing all departments and working closely with department heads daily. Manage and develop the Hotel Executive team to ensure career progression and development. Be accountable for the responsibilities of department heads and take ownership of all guest complaints. Provide effective leadership to hotel team members. Lead in all aspects of business planning. Respond to audits to ensure continual improvement is achieved. Corporate client handling and taking part in new client acquisition along with the sales team whenever required. Assisting in residential sales as and when required and developing strong sales prospects. Responsible for safeguarding the quality of operations both (internal & external audits). Responsible for legalization, Occupational Health &Safety Act, fire regulations, and other legal requirements.