General Manager Job at the Borough Lagos

The Borough Lagos - Nestled in the heart of Lagos, our boutique hotel offers unparalleled luxury and service. Whether you’re in Lagos working, relocating or traveling with your family, our boutique hotel will delight you with plush amenities with upscale décor. The Borough Lagos is already the trusted choice for the world’s leading corporations, international organizations, and discerning private clients who want to relax in the stylish comfort and feel of their own home while on a long or short stay in the Lagos area.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: General Manager

Job Location: Lagos
Job Type Full-Time

Job Brief

• We are looking for a General Manager for our sister company The Bodega Emporium (a grocery store and café) to oversee all staff, budgets and operations of the business.
• General Manager responsibilities include formulating overall strategy, managing people and establishing policies.
• To be successful in this role, you should be a thoughtful leader and a confident decision-maker, helping our people develop and be productive, while ensuring our profits are on the rise.
• Ultimately, you’ll help our company grow and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for the grocery store and cafe
• Design strategy and set goals for growth
• Maintain budgets and optimize expenses
• Manage policies and processes
• Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally
• Evaluate and improve operations and financial performance
• Direct the employee assessment process
• Prepare regular reports for upper management
• Control operational costs and identify measures to cut waste
• Create detailed reports on weekly, monthly and annual revenues and expenses
• Ensure staff follows health and safety regulations

Requirements and Skills

• BSc / BA in Business or relevant field; MSc/MA is a plus
• Proven experience as a General Manager or similar executive role
• Experience in planning and budgeting
• Knowledge of business process and functions (finance, HR, procurement, operations etc.)
• Strong analytical ability
• Excellent communication skills
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Problem-solving aptitude
• MUST have worked in the hospitality industry.