Hotel General Manager in Lagos, Nigeria Job Vacancy

Our client, a business hotel in Ikeja, Lagos state situated 15 minutes from Murtala Mohammed International Airport and 35 minutes from Victoria Island has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, dynamic, self motivated and well organized individual to fulfill the role of General Manager.
This exciting and dynamic management role will require an individual with passion, drive and enthusiasm, a self-motivated individual with a positive approach and the ability to lead and motivate others whilst delivering effective business results.
Role:
As General Manager you will be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal and analytical skills who thrives on customer satisfaction.
You will contribute to the success of the hotel by ensuring that the highest standards of product and service are maintained and delivered at all times whilst maximizing profitability. You will ensure that the team is fully prepared, motivated and ready to work to the highest standards.
You will have a proven track record and strong management and organizational skills gained in a 4 or 5 star hotel. The ideal candidate will have a background that includes both operational experience in Food and Beverage and Rooms management.
Duties and responsibilities:
·         Making sure all aspects of  the hotel run smoothly
·         Playing a major role in strategic planning, sales and marketing
·         Handling budgeting and forecasting
·         Instilling a culture of continuous improvement
·         Ensuring staff are motivated and enthusiastic
Qualifications and Experience required:
·         Masters/bachelors degree in hotel/institutional management, minimum of 7 years senior management experience with a proven track record and strong management and organizational skills gained in a 4/5 star hotel.
·         The ideal candidate will have a background that includes both operational experience in Food and Beverage and Rooms management.
·         In depth knowledge of Health & Safety, Food Safety and keen business awareness and commercial acumen, knowledge of Profit and Loss accounts and Stock management/cost control, experience of effective labour scheduling.
·         Strong communication and motivational skills, proven leadership abilities and good organizational abilities, ability to build a strong rapport with guests, etc.
All applicants should include a reliable email address, day-time telephone contact and must be accompanied with a detailed CV, colored photo and copies of relevant certificates.
European nationals especially those with experience in Africa are encouraged to apply.
Send your application not later than 20/10/2010 to: recruitment@wilomointernational.co.ke
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Only CVs are required (do not attach certificates!)

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