A boutique resort on the Kenyan coast, offering 11 private vacation homes and 12 luxury tents, is looking for an experienced and hands-on Resort Manager to lead its day-to-day operations.
This is a unique opportunity for a driven hospitality professional to take full ownership of a small, high-end property while working within an international group structure, with close collaboration with our head offices in Belgium and India.
Key Responsibilities
● Lead and oversee all resort operations, ensuring a seamless and high-quality guest experience across the villas and luxury tents
● Manage and coordinate the on-site team, including front office, housekeeping, food & beverage, and maintenance
● Act as the primary link between the resort and the group's head offices in Belgium and India, reporting on performance and aligning on strategy and standards
● Oversee group bookings from start to finish, including planning, logistics, and on-site execution
● Build and maintain strong relationships with incoming and domestic tour operators and travel agents to drive occupancy and repeat business
● Monitor budgets, costs, and revenue in cooperation with the finance team
● Ensure compliance with local regulations, safety standards, and company policies
What We're Looking For
● Proven experience in resort, lodge, or hotel management, ideally within a boutique or luxury setting
● Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate a diverse, on-site team
● Excellent communication skills, comfortable liaising with international stakeholders across different time zones and cultures
● Commercial mindset, with experience in group sales, tour operator relations, or business development an advantage
● Well-organized, hands-on, and able to work independently in a remote coastal location