General Manager jobs in South Africa
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General Manager
Kendrick Recruitment
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CA Global Headhunters
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Helderberg Personnel
General Manager
Helderberg Personnel
Club General Manager: Growth & Member Experience
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General Manager
Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd
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MTN Group
General Manager
Job summary
A luxury travel company is seeking an experienced General Manager in Cape Town to lead their team and oversee daily operations. The role requires a dynamic leader with a minimum of 3 years in luxury travel or hospitality, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. Responsibilities include managing operations, inspiring a high-performing team, and aligning guest experiences with luxury standards. This is a full-time position offering a unique opportunity within a boutique organization.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years management experience in luxury travel, hospitality or related service environment.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a high-performing team committed to exceptional service.
- Oversee reservations operations and premium transportation services.
- Manage day-to-day operations while driving profitability and long-term growth.
Skills
Education
Our client a boutique provider of high‑end tailor‑made travel and lifestyle experiences is seeking an experienced and inspirational General Manager to lead their team and oversee daily operations. This is a rare opportunity for a dynamic leader who is passionate about luxury service operational excellence and creating unforgettable guest journeys.
As General Manager you will guide a multi-disciplinary team, ensure seamless delivery across all operational touch points and drive sustainable business growth. You will play a strategic role in shaping service standards, elevating guest experiences and enhancing overall business performance.
- Lead, inspire and develop a high‑performing team committed to exceptional service
- Oversee reservations operations and premium transportation services with a focus on efficiency and guest satisfaction
- Manage day‑to‑day operations while driving profitability performance and long‑term growth
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners and suppliers
- Ensure all guest experiences align with the brand's values and luxury standards
- Minimum 3 years management experience within luxury travel, experiential tourism, hospitality or a related premium service environment
- Demonstrated success in operational and financial management roles
- Strong leadership and people‑management skills with the ability to mentor, motivate and guide teams
- Excellent organizational, communication and problem‑solving abilities
- Commercial mindset with the ability to identify and leverage business opportunities
- A passion for sustainability, cultural authenticity and delivering meaningful personalised experiences
Travel and Tourism General Manager
Diploma
Restaurant Experience, Hospitality Experience, Interviewing, Management Experience, Profit & Loss, Employment & Labor Law, Sanitation, Leadership Experience, P&L Management, Restaurant Management, Retail Management, Recruiting
Full Time
Years
1
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