Overview
We have an exciting new vacancy for a General Manager to join our team at The Grand Blackpool Hotel. Located on Blackpool’s famous North Promenade, this central Blackpool hotel boasts 274 bedrooms and is just a short walk from Blackpool centre. The hotel with its 11 versatile function rooms and seaside location is an enticing venue for conferences, corporate and social events as well as weddings.
Benefits
Benefits include:
* Career development opportunities throughout the UK.
* Significant staff discount rates when staying at one of our 60 hotels in the UK.
* 50% discount off food and drink if staying at one of our hotels.
* Friends and family hotel stay discounts.
* Reduced membership at our Leisure clubs.
* Free meals on duty (when applicable).
* Free Uniform (if applicable to your role).
* Up to 28 days holiday including bank holidays per annum.
* Auto enrolment pension scheme.
Key responsibilities
* Leading the hotel team by effectively managing the operations and sales team ensuring each department is supported and consistent in providing a high standard of service.
* Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for operational improvement and revenue growth.
* Ensuring the hotel maintains compliance with industry standards and all health and safety requirements.
* Develop and implement strategies aimed at enhancing the guest experience while increasing revenue through innovative offerings and promotions.
The Ideal candidate will have
* Significant experience as a hotel general manager
* Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead, inspire and motivate a large team
* A strong background in event management and managing venues, with an ability to drive successful wedding and events as well as corporate bookings.
* A passion for providing excellent customer service ensuring each of our guests has a memorable stay.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We require all employees to provide us with evidence of their right to work in the UK. All data will be stored in accordance with our privacy policy found on our website. Strictly no agencies. No commissions or other charges will be paid in any circumstances.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Blackpool FY1 2JQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
* United Kingdom (required)
Details
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Hospitality
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