Museum & Hospitality General Manager - Site Lead

Babylonstoren; Simondium; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A historical museum is seeking a General Manager to oversee operations, ensure a pleasant guest experience, and lead a team across various departments. Candidates must have a qualification in hospitality or business management, relevant management experience, and strong communication skills. The role includes responsibilities such as managing the restaurant team, site maintenance, and defining business strategies. This position offers a competitive annual package along with accommodation on site and opportunities for international travel.

Benefits

Competitive annual package

Accommodation on site

International travel

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in hotel management, restaurant management or visitor attraction.
• Ability to maintain high standards under pressure.
• Interest in South African history will be to your advantage.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a team of museum personnel across various departments.
• Create a pleasant guest experience.
• Oversee management of restaurant team.
• Manage site maintenance, including gardens and grounds.
• Define long-term goals and implement business models.
• Build strong community relations.

Skills

Hospitality management

Team management

Excellent communication skills

Financial management

Fluent in English and Afrikaans

Education

Qualification in hospitality management or business management

Job description

A historical museum is seeking a General Manager to oversee operations, ensure a pleasant guest experience, and lead a team across various departments. Candidates must have a qualification in hospitality or business management, relevant management experience, and strong communication skills. The role includes responsibilities such as managing the restaurant team, site maintenance, and defining business strategies. This position offers a competitive annual package along with accommodation on site and opportunities for international travel.