General Manager

The Watson - Art Series located in the leafy suburb of Walkerville a stone's throw away from Adelaide CBD. Here you will find Watson original artwork and prints spotted throughout the hotel. Guests can book a range of suites and apartments, enjoy the pool or book a private meeting space while at The Watson. Just 30 minutes from the famous wine region of the Barossa Valley and with an array of shopping, cafes and many festivals to experience there is no shortage of activities to keep you entertained during your leisure time. 

Purpose 

As General Manager, you will take on the crucial task of overseeing and managing all daily operations on property, guaranteeing its seamless and profitable function. This position demands a keen focus on every department, requiring you to be actively engaged in operations and that of stakeholder management. Your leadership will shine through your own actions, as you guide, coach, and mentor your team, fostering a culture of unwavering excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of the property including revenue management, recruiting & training, customer service and achievement of financial targets
• Be responsible for leading and developing your team to ensure the hotel’s profitability and success
• Be instrumental in driving changes and improvements in performance and implementing strategies in line with business objectives
• Create and build strong relationships with key stakeholders, property owners, guests and regional shared services
• Maintain excellent product and service standards whilst maximising revenue and balancing expenses
• Focus on recruiting and developing a team that is engaged in driving a positive customer sentiment
• Act as a liaison within the local community, representing Accor and fostering community engagement
• Liaise with Body Corporate and Owners Committee with the assistance of the Building Manager

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrate prior Operational, Hotel or General Manager experience and a deep understanding across a range of departments and stakeholder management
• You create environments where your team are encouraged and motivated to be their true self each day
• Display confidence in your ability to cultivate strong relationships, effectively address challenging situations, and implement solutions that enhance service quality
• Experience and capability to drive financial growth through skilful & thoughtful strategy
• Comprehension of the key metrics that impact and grow hospitality businesses, using this knowledge to drive top line revenue and motivating your team to do the same
• Past experience working with body corporates in an MLR setting is desirable
• Hold current Real Estate licence (Class 1) (advantageous, not crucial)

Accor Benefits

• ALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!
• Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services and events for those who mean the most to you
• Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays
• Learn Your Way - Support your career development with access to Accor’s industry leading training platforms, Accor Academy and Typsy
• Build Your Network - With more than 300,000 Accor professionals globally sharing the same guest passion, you have the ability to grow your hospitality network worldwide
• Worldwide Opportunities - We are a world leading hotel operator! With over 400 hotels in the Pacific and more than 5,000 across 110 countries, offering limitless opportunities to grow your career

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