Job Summary
Hotel General Manager | Mooi River | Luxury Boutique Hotel We are seeking an experienced HOTEL GENERAL MANAGER to lead a luxury boutique property in the Mooi River area, KZN. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, financial performance, and guest satisfaction, ensuring the hotel maintains its reputation for exceptional service and compliance with brand and legal standards. Key Responsibilities Operations: Oversee all departments (Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B, Maintenance, Sales & Marketing, Finance) and ensure smooth daily operations with high service standards. Financial Management: Prepare budgets, monitor P&L, control costs, and implement revenue strategies to maximize profitability. Leadership: Recruit, train, and motivate staff; foster a positive culture of teamwork and service excellence; manage performance and compliance with labour laws. Sales & Guest Experience: Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to grow revenue streams, build client relationships, and enhance guest satisfaction and loyalty. Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to health, safety, and legal regulations; oversee maintenance, security, and risk management. Qualifications & Experience Degree/diploma in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field. 5–10 years’ hospitality experience, including 3–5 years in senior management. Proven track record in hotel operations, budgeting, and revenue management. Strong knowledge of PMS, revenue systems, and financial reporting. Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and people-management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Financial acumen and strategic thinking. Customer-focused with problem-solving ability. Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. Working Conditions & Package Full-time; on-site role with flexible hours (including weekends/public holidays). Included: Onsite accommodation, utilities (water, electricity, Wi-Fi), and work bakkie for business use. Not Included: Medical aid or additional benefits. Salary: starting from R45000 per month, negotiable and depending on qualifications. To apply for Hotel General Manager | Mooi River | Luxury Boutique Hotel, please send your CV WITH UP-TO-DATE EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND INSERTED FULL-LENGTH PHOTO. We appreciate all applications. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment, within 10 working days of the application. Recruit for Africa is a recruitment agency based in South Africa specialising exclusively in hospitality, retail, chefs and lodge placements. Our agents are specialists in their fields and will be able to advise you and assist in the recruitment process, from the moment you apply for a job until you start your employment. Do not look any further and contact Recruit for Africa to find you the perfect employee or to secure your dream job! Apply Below Disclaimer Personal information received from applicants will only be processed for the purposes obtained as disclosed in our privacy policy. By applying for this job, you accept that we can process your personal information as specified and you agree to our privacy policy found on Recruit for Africa website. Recruit for Africa (Pty) Ltd has safeguards in place to ensure the confidentiality of this personal information. Recruit for Africa will only send emails from “@Apply Below” domain and will never ask job seekers to pay recruitment, visa or any travel fees into our account.