Deputy General Manager

A Leading International Private Investment Company in the UAE.

Dubai, UAE

Ref: LP855-52

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

• He motivates personnel to meet company goals and objectives
• He presents an integrated monthly projects progress report to the CEO
• He shall assist the CEO in overseeing company operations, evaluating site staff personnel.
• Oversee CUPAGAHWA statutory requirement, local legislation requirement.
• Report to the CEO any internal issues to project operations.
• Operation and development monitoring and ensures the operation and new project meets the Management vision and programs.
• To develop annual business plans for executive approval which include objectives for P & L sales, market share and programs to ensure the annual goals.
• To achieve the annual plan through control and accurate forecasting of all areas of responsibility, and effect necessary changes in strategies and programs to meet the objectives.
• To drive the company in the direction so that high quality results can be achieved. This also includes the responsibility for the overall quality management program of the company, including future development and franchising
• To develop, direct and motivate an effective organization, including on-going open working relationship with employees, to resolve employee welfare issues quickly.
• To ensure that marketing and sales strategies initiated for both packaged goods and on-premises to increase volume and overall profitability.
• To ensure assets are effectively managed and controlled.
• To generate targeted rate of return on investment
• Produce & present to CEO (& EXCO/board) annual CUPAGAHWA divisional business review analysis incorporating SWOT & highlighting growth opportunities in new & existing markets
• Plan & oversee implementation of strategy for Hospitality brand development
• Plan & oversee implementation of strategy for Hospitality staffing development
• Oversee Operation Manager proactive search for potential new sites based on growth & site guidelines
• Support market Operation Manager in property negotiations with developers/landlords/agent
• Develop CupaGahwa divisional administrative & support team structure
• Provide monthly growth plan/project updates to CEO
• Provide monthly divisional financial report for presentation to CEO
• Conduct monthly review meetings with all direct reports (UAE Team & support staff)
• Make personal visits to each operating unit at least once per month
• Conduct half yearly (Nov & May) personal appraisals with all direct reports
• Create and Validate Fit Outs Manuals and equipment list details following changes of design or equipment
• Attend regular meeting with Operation Manager and design team
• Advice design team (Architect and project managers) (confirm in writing) of any project delay, construction errors, design amendment that is required immediately following each new site visit

In association with Design and Finance teams provide detailed budgeted and actual cost breakdown for each new or refurbished unit opened. This report to be provided to CEO and CFO

Requirements

Academic & Trades Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business management g or related course, post graduate/master’s degree in related course. With 10 years and above experience in Hospitality and Hotel industry. With ISO certification and related training.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to Business Management. such as Hotel or International brand. In addition to a postsecondary education, it's essential for these managers to have a few years of work experience in the Hospitality industry.

Working Experience & Skills

10 years GENERAL MANAGER role in multi-site, branded high-volume catering/hospitality business. Preferably within international coffee shop brand or multi cuisine exposure

About the Company

A leading international private investment company in the UAE.

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Deputy General Manager salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 34,500

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