🏝️ Assistant General Manager | Luxury Private Island Resort | Zanzibar
📍 Location: Zanzibar
🏡 Live-in Position
💰 Salary: Negotiable (DOE)
✈️ Benefits + Travel Included
Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a highly capable and experienced Assistant General Manager for a luxury private island resort in Zanzibar. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-end environment and is passionate about delivering world-class guest experiences.
The successful candidate will work closely with the General Manager in overseeing all aspects of resort operations, guest experience, staff development and strategic planning while ensuring the highest standards of luxury service are consistently delivered.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
Assist the General Manager with all operational and strategic responsibilities
Support staff training, development and performance management initiatives
Oversee budget management (OPEX & CAPEX) and operational planning
Manage uniform orders and bi-annual procurement processes
Maintain and update operational task lists and product standards
Oversee projects and supplier relationships where required
Lead and manage social media and PR-related communication
Support daily operations, including guest interactions, check-ins and room allocations
Oversee Housekeeping, Butler Services and Kitchen coordination
Assist with daily administration and weekly/monthly reporting
Liaise with regional support teams and stakeholders
Support conservation and community development initiatives
Build and maintain relationships with government and partner organisations
Participate in strategic and departmental meetings
Support HR functions, including performance management, staff files, contracts and disciplinary processes
Assist with industrial relations matters and ensure compliance
Submit monthly HR reports timeously
✅ Requirements
Higher Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management
3–4 years’ experience in a similar senior hospitality role
Strong computer literacy
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Solid understanding of hotel operations and luxury guest service standards
🌟 Key Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
High attention to detail and critical thinking
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational skills with a sense of urgency
Passion for guest delight and service excellence
Strong leadership, mentoring and teamwork abilities
Ability to perform under pressure with a positive and professional attitude
Eagerness to learn, develop and inspire others
📩 To Apply
Please submit your updated CV to:
📌 Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
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