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New rebranding! MELIÁ ZANZIBAR becomes GRAN MELIÁ ZANZIBAR and we are looking for the GENERAL MANAGER.
HOTEL INFORMATION:
Just 45 km from the capital Stone Town, this sophisticated all-inclusive resort is located in an unbeatable spot. Romantic rooms and private villas, with infinity pools and views of the Indian Ocean, where you can enjoy a wide range of experiences and activities.
Meliá Zanzibar, now Gran Meliá Zanzibar is surrounded by a natural coral reef, and is built on a 16-hectare estate beside a 300-meter-long white sandy beach. It boasts six restaurants and five bars serving local and international delicacies, and an Africa-inspired spa to relax both body and mind.
POSITION PROFILE:
Providing direct support to the Managing Director you will be responsible for the operations, coordination, management, supervision and analysis of results from all Hotel Departments:
- Direct and inspire the high performance of hotel teams continuously evaluating and maintaining high service, quality and productive processes and workflow.
- Ensure the smooth implementation of the procedures and policies of Meliá Hotels International in alignment with the strategic plans.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 3-4 years of experience in General Manager positions within a resort upscale resort.
- Proven track record in managing resorts, preferably in African destinations.
- Experience in luxury hospitality is essential, with a background in working with well-recognized brands in this segment.
- Expertise in managing relationships with property owners, requiring diplomacy, business acumen, and effective communication.
- The candidate must demonstrate adaptability to the local environment as Zanzibar.
- Operational focus, problem solving skills to manage with the challenges of the area, calm and social/team working to be close to the team and properties.
- Functional knowledge of all department operations.
- English is mandatory.
- Proven ability in Human Resources Management & Talent Development.
- Knowledge of IT tools used in hotel management.
- Able to reside in Zanzibar.
At Meliá we are all VIP
Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From the junior to the most senior, all of them have unique and important qualities that make working at Meliá an opportunity for constant growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want.
Our warmth, proximity and passion for what we do make working at Meliá an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always with the feeling that you belong to a big family where we have people like you, VIP People.
At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.
We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of dicrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.
Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is “Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present“. Thanks to al our collaborators, we make it possible.
