General Manager Swissotel South Beach Tel Aviv 

The development consists of five components, including 265 keys and a possibility of an extension of 265 more keys, an underground parking, a convention centre and 3’500sqm Fitness & Spa. The project is designed by Feigin Architects, a leading hotel and leisure architect. The hotel guest will be able to float on real Dead Sea water that will be transported to Sun Bat Yam, take the lift straight down to the beach, or head to the commercial area with its boutique shops and fine dining. The commercial centre will be on the new promenade, at sea level and will include a 3,500 sq-m hi-tech fitness complex. All Hotel units will have a balcony that is seafacing, offering a fantastic view of the Mediterranean.

THE POSITION              

Reporting into the Vice President Operations Premium Brands, the General Manager oversees the day to day operation of the hotel in accordance with company standards, mission statement, vision and values. The maximization of financial performance, guest satisfaction and employee development is an integral part of the position. Furthermore he/she is involved in the development and communication of strategies, goals and objectives as well as the development, implementation and monitoring of financial and operational plans for the hotel while, managing, growing and fostering positive owner relations and maximizing performance.

Areas of Responsibility

Operations

Employee engagement

• Directly supervise the Executive Committee members and indirectly supervise all hotel personnel
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and training programs
• Act as an integer role model, displaying explicit knowledge and awareness of company standards
• Build quality relationships to the management team
• Create team spirit
• Create effectively a collaborative and inclusive environment where all employees/colleagues are encouraged to provide input
• Ensures good safety practices of employees and guests, assisting in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures

Service

• Maintain product and service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations
• The attaining and maintenance of service levels that exceed expectations
• All areas of the hotel consistently maintained to standards of attractiveness, comfort and cleanliness
• Handles VIPs, understanding international protocols for government officials and royalty

Competitive

• Develops accurate and aggressive long and short-range financial objectives consistent with the Brand strategy
• Growing business – A good overview of finances, think about the future and decide on strategic initiatives
• Dealing with media

Financial

• Maximizing financial performance
• Efficient operation and cost control of all hotel departments and facilities
• Executes marketing, sales, and operational activities, producing results that meet or exceed the hotel’s business plan
• Ensure adherence to relevant legislation relating to: fire; hygiene, employment, licensing, etc.  
• Energy consumption is monitored and minimized
• Preserving & maximizing hotel asset

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Passion to grow & develop - Feel encouraged and reinforced by own success
• Approach tasks with courage and self-confidence
• Trusts and shows confidence in others: delegates effectively
• Remain professional and constructive in extraordinary situations
• Show good self- and time management

LEADERSHIP

• In time of crisis: Able to take logical decisions and immediate actions
• Create an environment which encourages innovation; breaks down hierarchy;  challenges thinking in a constructive way
• Foster and push others to think clearly and solve problems properly by asking probing questions
• Build a network of key people (owners, community etc.)
• Developing People - Promote integrity by fostering a "speak-up" culture and demands fair and respectful behaviour and enforces compliance
• Markets plans and ideas successfully
• Reduces key and complex ideas and messages to clear, memorable, and compelling statements
• Convince others; negotiate;  debate, find win-win solutions

CREATING THE FUTURE

• Contribute to finding solutions
• Think quickly; formulate arguments in a quick way; Able to focus on different tasks simultaneously
• Think about the future anticipating future trends and opportunities; translate organisational strategy into appropriate local strategy
• Use sound problem solving skills by identifying relevant information and interpreting and evaluating it objectively

LIVING THE BRAND

• Has a strong focus on quality, Guest experience (RPS) and online reputation
• Is a pro for story telling of the hotel, ensure story of the hotel is experienced by all senses, and intensively “live” the premises
• Is immersed into the destination and culturally aware
• Is on the field, very close to the team, managing lean structures, encouraging initiatives in service, giving space to staff members
• Gets high proximity with the Guests, interacting with them at key moments of the day to share the story of the hotel,offering personal welcome and farewell, seeking for touchpoints during the stay, being a public relations ambassador of the hotel, organizing events linked to destination in the hotels, has a resort & leisure background
• Comes preferably with a background in a franchise or managed environment, and experience of very close relations with small independent owners

Qualifications

• Prior 5+ years experience in luxury or premium / upscale hotel management essential
• Prior opening experience is a must
• Strong match with Accor Inspiring Leader capability framework
• Experience in Israel / Israeli market is strongly preferred.  Strong understanding of the Israeli  market, culture + religions
• Strong Educational background
• Fluent in English and Hebrew and a preference for French
• Good understanding of the local market (previous experience preferred)
• Experience with owner relationships
• Must be strategic, creative and able to clearly communicate how plans will deliver on overall goals
• Excellent speaking and presentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills
• Adaptable & flexible with the capacity to set high goals and standards for the smooth operation of the hotel
• Effective management style, hands-on and approachable
• Bottom-line oriented with emphasis on quality guest-service and team-building

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES

• Authentic
• Elegant in grooming, verbal and written communication
• Social / interpersonal skills
• Natural and outgoing,
• Personalizing, caring, cocooning,
• Delivering memorable moments
• Generous, likes sharing unique stories
• Open minded, curious, attracted by local cultural and art