Assistant Hotel Manager at Skippers

Assistant Hotel Manager at Skippers

Assistant Hotel Manager at Skippers

We are seeking a full-time, on-site Assistant Hotel Manager at Skippers Kenya, who will play a pivotal role in driving our commercial and sales efforts.

This position involves a blend of strategic and operational responsibilities, requiring a proactive approach to business growth, customer engagement, and daily operations management.

The ideal candidate will be instrumental in helping us achieve our vision while managing the realities of a small but high-potential team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sales & Business Development: Lead and execute sales strategies to drive revenue growth, including identifying new business opportunities, partnerships, and local market expansion;
  • Commercial Management: Oversee commercial operations, including pricing strategies, cost management, and revenue optimization across all aspects of the business;
  • Customer Experience: Ensure exceptional customer service standards are met and exceeded, enhancing guest satisfaction and loyalty;
  • Operational Oversight: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the hotel, including food & beverage management, front-of-house operations, and housekeeping, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery;
  • Budgeting & Financial Management: Develop and manage budgets, track financial performance, and report on key metrics to support informed decision-making;
  • Team Leadership: Support and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture that aligns with the company’s values and goals;
  • Innovation & Growth: Contribute to the development and implementation of new ideas and initiatives that align with the company’s mission and drive business growth;

Qualifications

  • Ideally you have a 3-4 year degree in Hospitality Management or similar from a good university;

Experience:

  • Proven experience in sales and commercial management within the hospitality industry;
  • Strong understanding of hospitality operations, including food & beverage and front desk management;
  • Demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth and manage budgets effectively;
  • Experience in setting up and establishing processes ideally from new openings of hotels and restaurants;
  • Excellent organisational, multitasking, and leadership skills;
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with a knack for building and maintaining relationships;
  • Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team;
  • Proficiency in hotel management software and other relevant tools is an advantage;
  • Passion for innovation, with a creative mindset to contribute to the company’s growth;

Pay range: The pay range for this role is 40-65k KSH/mo + bens

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