General Manager
Trade · Wellington Central, Wellington, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25/hr
Position: General Manager. Property: a new accommodation and lifestyle operation in Wellington Central, New Zealand. Sponsorship: a visa is available for the right candidate, and overseas applicants with verified hospitality experience are encouraged to apply.
This is a career-defining step for a proven hospitality leader prepared to take full ownership. The owners want more than someone to fill a seat: they want an expert who brings operational knowledge, strong decisions, real leadership, a talent for building teams and a passion for guest experiences to a growing international setting.
Your job will be to set operational standards, shape a team culture and create a property that gives guests outstanding experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the entire property operation and its business results, driving continuous improvement while keeping operations consistent
- Lead the opening and operational set-up, putting dependable systems, processes and service standards in place from day one
- Run housekeeping, maintenance, food and beverage, guest services and accommodation
- Coach, develop and support department heads to reach operational goals, and support staff training, engagement and professional growth
- Shape a culture of service excellence, collaboration and accountability, with clear communication across every department
- Make sure every guest enjoys a consistent, high-quality stay, representing the property's values through visible leadership and positive guest contact
- Track revenue, labour efficiency and operating costs, using data and operational insight to raise performance and guest satisfaction
- Spot problems early and put practical fixes in place
Requirements & Eligibility
- Proven senior-level experience running accommodation, hospitality or lifestyle-focused properties
- Demonstrated ability to manage operational complexity and lead teams that span several departments
- Strong hospitality leadership background with business results that can be measured
- Has built service standards, processes and teams in a fast-changing environment
- Balances strategic business planning with hands-on leadership
- Understands guest experience management, profitability drivers and accommodation operations
- Experience in forecasting, budgeting, cost control and labour management
- Strong communicator who can motivate and influence diverse teams, and a confident decision-maker who solves operational challenges practically
- Food and beverage leadership experience is highly regarded
- Passionate about people, travel, hospitality and creating memorable experiences
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate verified leadership capability, experience and skills
- Candidates from New Zealand and overseas are welcome to apply; visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates who meet the required criteria
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