Position Overview & Specifications

The Emily Hobhouse Museum to be opened in St Ives, Cornwall (UK), has an exciting opportunity for a General Manager. The role includes overseeing the museum experience, kitchen garden and restaurant.

Requirements:

A qualification in museum (or similar) management, business or hospitality
Interest in South African history
Relevant experience in guest facilities, restaurant management or food production
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, also presentation skills
Fluent in English and Afrikaans
Ability to manage a team
Some experience of financial management
Enthusiasm and the ability to maintain high standards under pressure

Responsibilities:

Building and leading a team of museum personnel across various departments (exhibitions, restaurant, garden, maintenance)
Creating a pleasant guest experience
Upkeep of museum installations, some technically advanced
Management of restaurant team
Managing site maintenance, including gardens
Defining long-term goals, developing business models, and implementing them
Building on employee strengths
Managing suppliers and community relations
Running the museum’s operations and budget

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