Job Description
Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced supervisor to oversee the operations of a boutique hotel located in Meru. The ideal candidate will ensure exceptional guest experience, efficient management of staff, and strategic growth of the hotel’s market presence.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Hotel management: Oversee daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning of all departments
- Customer service: Maintain high standards of guest satisfaction and resolve issues promptly
- Staff supervision: Lead, train, and motivate staff to deliver excellent service
- Reporting: Prepare and present operational and financial reports to management
- Sales management: Drive revenue growth through effective sales strategies
- Financial oversight: Monitor budgets, control costs, and ensure profitability
- Inventory management: Oversee procurement and stock control for supplies and amenities
- Compliance and safety: Ensure adherence to health, safety, and legal regulations
- Digital marketing: Manage online presence, social media, SEO, and digital campaigns to attract guests
- Corporate marketing: Build partnerships with businesses, travel agencies, and corporate clients to secure group bookings and events
- Event coordination: Manage special events, conferences, and functions hosted at the hotel
- Quality assurance: Regularly review service standards and implement improvements
- Community engagement: Build strong relationships with local businesses and tourism stakeholders
- Technology management: Utilize hotel management systems and digital tools to streamline operations
Performance Metrics (KPIs):
The supervisor will be evaluated based on:
- Occupancy rate
- Revenue per available room (RevPAR)
- Guest satisfaction scores
- Employee retention
- Sales growth
- Cost control
- Digital presence
- Corporate partnerships
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, Tourism, Business, or related fields
3 years’ experience in a similar or related role within the hospitality industry
Excellent understanding of market dynamics and digital marketing fundamentals
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset
Excellent IT skills and ability to use automated hotel management software and accounting systems