Tourism/Hospitality - Tourism/Hospitality Management Port Elizabeth FULL TIME Job Summary Requirements: * At least 5 years’ senior operations or general management experience in hospitality; multi-property or group-level exposure is strongly preferred. * Proven hands-on responsibility for hotel, lodge, resort, restaurant or comparable guest-facing operations. * A relevant degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Business Administration or a related field is preferred; strong relevant experience may be considered. * Demonstrated financial competence, including budgeting, forecasting, profit-and-loss analysis and cost control. * Strong working knowledge of Property Management Systems and operational reporting tools, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. * Sound knowledge of local labour legislation, occupational health and safety, food safety and hospitality-related licensing requirements. * A valid driver’s licence and the ability and willingness to travel frequently between properties and work outside standard office hours when operations require it. * Support property teams with escalated guest matters and ensure recovery is timely, professional and aligned with company values. Responsibilities but not limited to: Property Visits and Operational Presence * Maintain a structured programme of regular property visits, including planned reviews and appropriate unannounced checks. * Be visible in guest and back-of-house areas and engage directly with managers, supervisors and frontline employees. * Observe live service delivery across relevant operating periods, including breakfasts, restaurant service, check-ins, functions and peak trading periods where applicable. * Identify operational gaps, agree practical corrective actions with property leadership, assign ownership and deadlines, and follow through to closure. * Provide concise visit reports to company leadership, highlighting standards, risks, actions, responsible persons and due dates. Service Standards and Guest Experience…
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