Plettenberg Bay: General Manager – Award-Winning 5-Star Boutique Hotel & Spa – Plettenberg Bay | Lb posted by HotelJobs

General Manager – 5-star Boutique Hotel & Spa – Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape Kendrick Recruitment is searching for an exceptional General Manager for a well-established, award-winning 5-star boutique hotel and spa in the heart of Plettenberg Bay, forming part of a respected boutique hospitality group with properties across South Africa. This intimate property offers guests a refined coastal experience with a strong emphasis on personalised service, exceptional food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. This is a rare opportunity to lead a property where culture, character and genuine human connection sit at the heart of everything. This role calls for more than operational competence. The ideal candidate will be an authentic, values-driven leader who leads with humility and inspires their team to do the same. Minimum Requirements: Minimum 5 years’ leadership experience in a senior management role within luxury boutique hospitality Relevant hospitality or tourism qualification Strong financial acumen – budgeting, forecasting and cost control Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop a close-knit team Sound knowledge of HR legislation and practices Experience hosting agents, media and VIP guests Familiarity with sustainability practices in hospitality Computer literate with solid administrative skills Valid PrDP Impeccable references and a clean track record – non-negotiable Key Responsibilities: Full general management of all hotel departments and day-to-day operations Financial management including budget oversight, forecasting and reporting HR leadership including staffing, leave, training, performance management and development Relationship building with staff, guests, agents, the local community and industry partners Drive product development and continuously elevate the guest experience across all touchpoints Custodian of all operational equipment and lodge assets Implement and uphold health, safety and sustainability standards Champion the group’s values and culture throughout the team and operation Who You Are: Warm; confident and genuinely at ease with discerning guests Curious; humble and committed to continuous learning A natural people leader who empowers rather than micromanages Detail-oriented with a strong sense of urgency High energy and self-motivated Package: Gross Salary: R50,000 to R60,000 per month (DOE & NEG) Live-out position Should you feel you are the right fit for this role, please apply with your updated CV, a motivation letter, contactable references and a recent head & shoulders photo ASAP! ? Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.