Job Description
Location: Ayr Road
We are looking for a
General Manager to join our team at
Dundonald Links in
Irvine, Ayrshire. Fantastic competitive salary!
This is a
permanent position to work
full time hours. This will be 40 hours across 5 variable days including weekends and bank holidays.
Applicants must hold a current Scottish DBS.
Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.
Company Overview
Darwin Escapes has 26 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you!
About The Role
Main responsibilities:
The successful General Manager will
- Oversee day - to - day operations of the Resort.
- Recruit, onboard and train high-performing employees to achieve objectives for sales, profitability and market share.
- Maintain project timelines to ensure tasks are accomplished effectively.
- Develop, implement and maintain budgetary and resource allocation plans.
- Be driven by a desire to lead people and our business to maximum productivity and efficiency.
- Delegate responsibilities to the best qualified employees and enforce all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, training programmes and cultural values.
- Resolve internal staff conflicts efficiently and to the mutual benefit of all involved.
- Establish a highly motivational work environment and implementing innovative changes.
- Adhere to company standards for excellence and quality.
- Seek out opportunities for expansion and growth by developing new business relationships.
- Provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
Requirements
Proven success in a managerial role. The ability to make strong decisions, motivate and lead employees. A current Scottish DBS is essential. Excellent communication, collaboration and delegation skills. Proven ability to achieve financial plans. Strong working knowledge of operational procedures. The ability to drive would be an advantage to enable ease of travelling to a from the resort.
What’s In It For You
- Competitive rate of pay.
- Enhanced holiday entitlement (*with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
- Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
- Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
- Food discount across all resorts.
- *Free complimentary round of Golf .
- Discounts on spa treatments.
- *Discount on website ticket prices for Chester Zoo, the UK’s largest charity zoo.
- *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
- *Company employee sick pay.
- Compassionate leave pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- MediCash cash plan.
- Subject to terms and conditions
Why Work For Us
‘Darwin Escapes is successful because of our Team, who are like minded, dedicated and committed to delivering outstanding standards and customer experience. This is how we support each other to carve those life long memories for our holiday home owners, holiday guests and golf members and visitors’ – Lindsey Esse, Managing Director.
Skills Needed
About The Company
A Darwin Escape will always be the perfect destination.
A chance to unwind, power down or charge up! You’ll be all set to explore, seize adventure, dream bigger and let go of it all.
Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting, or a fun-packed family break in the heart of the action, we’ve got the perfect escape waiting for you.
Each of our locations are unique – no two are the same. We have lots of different accommodation, from luxury lodges complete with their own private hot tub, through to family-sized caravans and even treehouses. We want you to love your escape, so we are always striving for excellence.
All of our resorts are beautifully-maintained, with our award-winning facilities and stunning accommodation. Where you can relax and unwind or have an adventure filled holiday break away – make it your holiday, your way.
Company Culture
Start your career with one of the fastest growing companies in the UK holiday industry.
Darwin Escapes has 26 locations across the country, each with its own unique personality and offering, including luxurious lodge retreats, more family focused destinations and countryside tranquil locations. We offer something for everyone, from our holidays guests, holiday home owners to our valued staff.
No matter where you are in the country we are sure to have a resort near you. Whether you're down at the southern-most point of Cornwall or all the way up to Ayrshire in Scotland, and everywhere in between, we have the career for you!
If you're looking for a role in entertainment, food and beverage or at a management level the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you.
With a friendly and encouraging environment you can start your career at Darwin Escapes with lots of opportunities for progression or movement amongst locations.
Desired Criteria
- A driving licence and ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the retreat.
Required Criteria
- Right to Live and work in the UK
- Excellent customer service and strong communication skills
- Previous holiday resort/hospitality experience
- Excellent customer service and communication skills and a positive work ethic
- A Scottish DBS is essential
Closing DateWednesday 12th February, 2025
Contract Typefulltime
SalaryBased on Experience
