general manager Belford, England
Job description
About us
Boasting a truly magical position within the beautiful Northumberland countryside Middleton Hall Estate is only a short 10-minute drive to glorious coastal areas such as Bamburgh Castle, Seahouses, and Holy Island. Located within the privately owned grounds of the estate you will find five, 5-star gold-star rated Visit Britain self-catered holiday cottages, each as unique as the other.
The estate is managed by Assured Hotels, a UK-based hotel management company that was founded by experienced and successful hotel operators in 2008 to offer independent hotels and groups the knowledge, strategy, and structure to achieve commercial success and improved value.
Job Description
The General Manager is responsible for driving the core business of the holiday lets and managing a small facilities team and contractors. They will oversee the management of the location, as well as the training and development of their staff. They will also be responsible for financial reporting and will be expected to lead by example.
Essential Functions:
Management of property maintenance and grounds, through delegation and experience of man management in this area.
Experience of sales routes to market and third-party web sites and revenue management processes.
Hands on approach to minor maintenance issues, with some experience preferable.
Property Management System (PMS) experience to control admin.
24/7 on call appreciation of hours / time management.
Guest relations / key skill not presenting a corporate image, with more of a focus of a private owner or host.
Ability to pre plan, particularly regarding housekeeping and standards.
Some experience of working with and presenting to director level.
Full UK driving license
Health and safety knowledge would be useful, support on regulations and complaince support provided.
Experience:
·Accommodation Services: 1 year (Preferred)
·Management: 1 year (Preferred)
·General Health & Safety: 1 year (Required)
Education:
·Colledge Diploma or equivalent
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 6 months
Salary: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Belford, NE70 7LF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 08/08/2023
