Manager – Premium Student Accommodation – LWMPSA

Armstrong Appointments; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality management company in Pretoria is seeking an exceptional Manager to oversee a premium student residence. In this role, you will ensure operations run smoothly, lead a team of sales staff, and maintain high standards of service. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in hotel management and strong interpersonal skills. Competitive compensation between R40k-R50k per month is offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience in hotel or hospitality management.
• Proven experience in hotel management or front-of-house roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the premium student residence.
• Lead and manage a team to achieve performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze sales reports and identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Service-oriented

Education

Matric

Tertiary qualification in hospitality or hotel management

Job description

Main job function

We’re looking for an exceptional Manager to ensure this premium student residence runs like clock‑work, providing a welcoming, professional living environment for students. Acting as the “face” of the residence, this individual ensures that it operates to the standards of a high‑end hotel, blending hospitality, operations, and facilities management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the hypermarket dealership, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of sales staff to achieve performance targets
• Implement and monitor sales strategies, promotions, and customer engagement initiatives
• Manage inventory levels, rotation, and merchandising standards
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Analyze sales reports and KPIs to identify growth opportunities and operational improvements
• Handle customer queries and complaints professionally and promptly
• Collaborate with suppliers, logistics, and finance teams to optimize store performance
• Conduct regular staff training and performance evaluations

Qualifications

• Matric required
• Tertiary qualification in hospitality or hotel management

Criteria

• 5-10 years’ experience in hotel or hospitality management
• Proven experience in hotel management, front‑of‑house, or hospitality leadership roles
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
• Professional, approachable, service‑oriented
• Superior organisational & problem solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure
• Familiarity with maintenance processes and building operations

Remuneration

R40k-R50k CTC p/month

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.