General manager - hotel - united kingdom, keswick, cumbria

our client is a leading hotel operator and run a number of high quality establishments in the lake district. they are currently looking to recruit a general manager for one of their leading facilities based in keswick.

the role:

you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the hotel operation and its people, with a minimum of 2 years’ proficiency in a similar role. with full commercial accountability for budgeting and financial management, planning, and directing all hotel services, including front-of-house, food and beverage operations, and housekeeping.

while taking a strategic overview, and planning to maximise profits, you must also pay attention to the details, setting the example for staff to deliver a standard of service and presentation that meets guests' needs and exceed expectations

you will be conversant with

managing budgets and financial plans as well as controlling expenditure
setting and achieving sales and profit targets
analysing sales figures and devising marketing and revenue management strategies
recruiting, training and monitoring staff
panning work schedules for individuals and teams
supervising maintenance, supplies, renovations, and furnishings; and dealing with contractors and suppliers
ensuring security is effective
ensuring compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations.

the rewards:

generous annual bonus scheme.
live-in accommodation is available for a period of up to 3 months until you find your own place
staff discount scheme in all our hotels and restaurants.
full support of the directors, the group operations manager and the marketing team, so you will be able to fully concentrate on making the hotel a continued success.

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