Assistant General Manager - Discovery Resorts – Rottnest Island

About Us

Nestled into the sand dunes in one of the most relaxed and breathtaking coastal locations in Australia, Discovery Parks is bringing to life Rottnest Islands first glamping experience. Featuring 83-luxury tents across several service levels, a resort style pool and Pinky’s Rottnest Island offering inside and outside dining areas with spectacular views.

Discovery Resorts - Rottnest Island is where our guests can re-imagine the great Australian family holiday, disconnect from the world, enjoy freedom, space, and discover what really matters. 

At the heart of Discovery Parks are happy people: happy customers and happy staff. We are building a passionate, adaptable, high-performance team that works together to help our customers discover what matters.

The Role

The Assistant General Manager plays a pivotal role in driving operational efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborating closely with the General Manager, they leverage extensive experience to lead a team of up to 100 members during peak periods, ensuring an exceptional guest experience is consistently delivered.

Key Responsibilities

• Delegate responsibilities to Department Heads, overseeing and aiding in performance management.
• Contribute to the recruitment and selection process.
• Assist the General Manager in supervising overall operations, with a particular focus on Food and Beverage.
• Support the General Manager by maintaining a complementary work schedule.
• Nurture strong connections with both staff members and department heads.
• Aid Management in monitoring financial aspects, including end-of-day balancing, accounts payable, and stock.
• Champion a customer-centric approach, embodying the Resort's brand and setting an example of behavior, attitude, and actions aligned with the Discovery Way standard.
• Address and resolve guest complaints, oversee service recovery, and monitor guest feedback.
• Assist in upholding Resort health and safety standards, as well as brand guidelines.

Please note: This is a live on island position in staff accommodation.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in tourism accommodation management e.g. remote accommodation, resorts, etc.
• Strong leadership skills in managing several heads of departments, including accommodation and food & beverage operations
• Demonstrated success with financial analysis, planning and control
• Strong background in all facets of operations - F&B, Front Office & Housekeeping departments
• Good communication on policies, procedures, processes and change management
• Proactive approach to guest satisfaction, experience and feedback
• Have the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and all internal & external stakeholders
• Experience with leading a team in a remote hospitality tourism setting

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in an Assistant General Manager/Assistant Manager/Primary Manager in a smaller tourism accommodation business.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Tourism/Hospitality Management/Business Management (desirable)
• First Aid Qualification
• Working with Children's Check
• Responsible Service of Alcohol
• Food Safety Supervisor
• Manual C drivers licence
• Occupational Health and Safety (highly regarded) 

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Onsite accommodation provided
• Quarterly and annual bonus scheme
• Rottnest Island as your home! Paradise!
• Professional development opportunities and the ability to grow your career
• Discounted accommodation for you, your family & friends at over 300 G'Day Group holiday parks nationally.
• Discounts with our G’Day Rewards Partners including gym memberships, flights, petrol, car and camper van hire, car servicing and more!
• Service recognition awards
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

If you are passionate, adventurous, and ready to hit the ground running, we want to hear from you.

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Our ESG statement

The G’day Group acknowledges the increasing global expectation to demonstrate our approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk factors and sustainability in our daily operations and ongoing decision making. Our five-year ESG strategy is evolving to ensure we are committed to growing with care through supporting our people, giving back to the communities we operate in, and protecting our environment.

Prior to an offer of employment being made, candidates must provide authority for a Federal Police Clearance to disclose any criminal offences or charges. Drivers Licence essential.

* Please note that NO Pets are allowed to reside in our onsite accommodation 

Candidate's proceeding to the next stage of the process will be contacted Mid-May 2024.