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Introduction
Ardoch Loch Lomond is a unique 18-bedroom exclusive use venue which sits in acres of land with magnificent views overlooking Loch Lomond. Ardoch is now owned by the charity CHAS (Children’s Hospices Across Scotland), established to operate commercially as a profit with purpose venue generating income that will support the work of the charity.
We are seeking a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic General Manager who is looking for a role where they can take full responsibility for all operations on site.
To note this role can be either live in or live out. An onsite 3-bed management apartment can be provided if desirable. This is a full-time position, requiring evening and weekend work as part of your normal working week.
As General Manager of Ardoch, you will be commercially accountable for the development and delivery of the venue’s business strategy, budgeting, financial management and operations of the business. You will be responsible for the daily running of the venue; planning, organising and directing all services, including front-of-house (reception, reservations and event management), food and beverage operations and housekeeping.
This is a hands-on role which requires the General Manager to enjoy working operationally together with the team, and leading from the front to ensure excellent service standards for our guests. On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for providing leadership and encouraging good communication and organisation across all departments, liaising with the Ardoch team, external suppliers, and drawing when required support from CHAS on all aspects of the venue operation, whilst demonstrating a positive attitude, excellent presentation, and professional manner in all that you do. You will need to embody the spirit of the Ardoch brand and its ethos in your approach to work. In addition, you should have excellent communication skills to build strong relations with the local community and local businesses in the area.
The role involves managing all aspects of the site, including overseeing H&S compliance, estates and facilities management. This role would suit an individual who enjoys living in a remote location and taking full autonomy for decision making, whilst maintaining company brand standards and running a profitable business.
You'll be responsible for:
1. Effective management of rota's, employee relation issues and recruitment
2. Accountable for developing a successful team and development planning
3. Ensuring Ardoch is meeting and exceeding our guest expectations
4. Ensuring any issues in the venue are effectively resolved
5. Ensuring the business is hitting targets in labour, revenue, GP's and other KPI's
6. Being the host and figurehead of the venue, supporting the smooth running of the operation
7. Leading from the front and having a hands-on approach
8. A focus on maximising revenue and profitability whilst ensuring the highest possible level of the guest experience
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What you’ll need:
9. Previous experience and General Manager or Operations Manager level within a 3 or 4 star property
10. A solid financial and commercial understanding
11. The knowledge to further develop Ardoch’s business to the next level
12. An in-depth knowledge of the hospitality industry
13. Excellent communication skills and an exceptional leader
14. Track record in recruitment, developing and motivating a team
15. Exceptional customer service skills
16. Strong operations experience
17. Knowledge of food and drink
18. Able to demonstrate a track record of managing a successful operation in the hospitality sector
If so, this role could be perfect for you, and we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
19. 28 days holiday including bank holidays
20. Company pension
21. On-site parking
22. Live-in accommodation if required
Schedule:
23. Full-time, Permanent (5 days out of 7, including evening and weekend work)
Work authorisation:
24. United Kingdom (required)
Work Location : In person
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and requirement for live-in accommodation or live-out