General Manager - Ocean Cay - Bahamas

MSC Cruises, the world's third largest and fastest growing cruise line is hiring a General Manager for our private island marine reserve in the Bahamas, Ocean Cay. Alternating with another General Manager on the island, you will work 3 months on the island, 3 months off on a rotating basis throughout the year. With the support of your leadership team and the corporate team in Miami, FL you will oversee and guide all daily operations of Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, taking ultimate responsibility for the smooth execution of the Guests' island experience.

Documented successful previous experience in a cruise line private destination is an advantage in addition to work experience within the cruise industry or shoreside resort destination.

Proven ability to manage large department of employees (150 staff)

Good knowledge of Public Health and codes in force governing Bahamian, USPH and MSC Cruises standards

Demonstrated skills in F&B, Housekeeping and Finance management procedures and system

Above average skills in tactful, diplomatic crisis and problem handling.

A sound, working knowledge of similar competitive products in the Cruise industry or land-based hospitality structure.

Proven ability to create and work in a harmonious productive team environment

Proven ability to work within a harmonious and diverse culture team environment

Passionate for the job conducted

Able to work 7 days a week and willing to live on a private destination away from family & friends for a minimum of 3 months uninterrupted in warm climate.

Proactive, Team Player. Fluent English verbal and written skills. Knowledge of other core language is an advantage.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs\/22.6kgs.

Ability to obtain company sponsored legal right to work and live in the Bahamas.

Current Bahamian Police Character Certificate or equivalent from country of residence.

Functional Leader and the ultimate person responsible for the Hotel Operations portion of island operations

Responsible for all guest experience, product and service execution and service recovery

Responsible for the development, coaching and creation of a positive working environment for all island employees and creating an empowering work environment

Responsible for island revenue maximization and personnel & hotel operations budget cost control.

Responsible for the health, safety and wellbeing of all staff residing on Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve

Taking on the role of official “ship agent” for Ocean Cay. Collaborating with local authorities, ship immigration \/ crew purser and authorities in Bimini.

An ambassador for the MSC Brand Values, Ethics and Product, continuously championing guest centric engagement with all departments and island staff members.

Works closely with indirect reports and their corporate leaders in Technical, IT, Medical, Environmental, Security, Safety, Port Development and Landscaping aspects

Works closely in a collaborative and positive manner with the visiting MSC Cruises vessels management teams and shipboard staff to ensure a successful overall execution of guest experience on Ocean Cay

Works closely with all local Bahamian governmental authorities and entities and local operators in a productive and conducive manner for MSC Cruises and ensures all Bahamian Rules & Regulations are followed

Ensures rules and regulations related to Marine Reserve designation of Ocean Cay are followed by all island staff

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)

Eligible for Bahamas work permit

MSC is an everify employer Part of the MSC Group, MSC Cruises is the market leader in the Mediterranean, South Africa and South America, and sails year-round in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Its seasonal itineraries cover northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, South America, southern Africa, and the Persian/Arabian Gulf. MSC Cruises was born in the Mediterranean, and draws inspiration from this heritage to create a unique experience for holidaymakers worldwide. As a result of a euro 6.5 billions investment programme launched in 2003, MSC Cruises' fleet comprises 13 state-of-the-art cruise ships belonging to four different classes: Lirica, Musica, Fantasia and Meraviglia. The fleet's average age is 7 years, the youngest in the industry. In 2014, MSC Cruises launched a euro 9 billion, 10 year investment plan to support the second phase of its growth through the order of up to 11 next generation mega cruise ships. As a result, MSC Cruises' fleet will double by 2026, while the passenger capacity will triple to reach five million passengers per year. MSC Cruises is the first cruise company to develop an investment plan of this length and magnitude. MSC Cruises feels a deep responsibility for the environments in which it operates, and was the first company ever to earn the Bureau Veritas "7 Golden Pearls" for superior management and environmental stewardship. In 2009, MSC Cruises began an enduring partnership with UNICEF to support various programmes assisting children worldwide.

Salary : $65,900 - $83,500