Director Hotel School

Director
- Cape Town Hotel School - (8378)

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Job Title

Director
- Cape Town Hotel School

Faculty

Business and Management Sciences

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology ->
Business and Management Sciences ->
Cape Town Hotel School

Campus/Location

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Support / Admin

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

19/1/2026

The Director:
Cape Town Hotel School is responsible for the overall management of Cape Town Hotel School acts as visionary, academic and financial leader, manages the School and School's budget through to achieve the planned level of strategic and operational performance and productivity according to the faculty strategic objectives proved levels of financial, academic and management authority and constraints.

• PhD/Doctorate/D Tech degree in Hospitality (Hotel, Food and Beverage, Professional Cookery, Food Services Management) or Related field (Commerce and Management related field).
• An underpinning master's in hospitality management (Hotel, Food and Beverage, Professional Cookery, Food Services Management).
• At least 10 years' relevant post qualification experience within a reputable academic higher education institution.
• At least 5 years at senior level involving managerial responsibility.
• Evidence of research publications in DHET accredited journals.
• Evidence of successful supervision.

• A strong knowledge of hospitality subject areas combined with a broad Hospitality background enabling contributions to be teaching.
• Knowledge of the higher education landscape in South Africa.
• Professional body affiliation (Where applicable).

• Collaborate in providing input for faculty strategic objectives and department strategic objectives.
• Manage the resources of the department to achieve the strategic objectives of the faculty and department.
• Determine objectives through analysis of the external and internal environment.
• Determine overall strategy by course offerings contribution to strategic objectives.
• Ensure continuous growth and sustainability of the department.
• Appropriate enrolment of students for offered courses.
• Implement faculty strategic objectives and management decisions.
• Use discretion to delegate functions to ensure effective operation while maintaining accountability.
• Serve as a member of faculty management committee, presenting departmental activities.

• Conduct analysis of resource utilization and report to the Dean.
• Ensure effective administrative functioning of all department sections.
• Provide the Dean with information on student numbers, projections, space, equipment and staffing.
• Compile and maintain class, lecture and room timetables.
• Coordinate academic staff for examinations and invigilation.
• Ensure correct management of test and examination results.
• Enhance administration communication within the school.
• Maintain up‑to‑date administrative records for quality assurance.
• Lead operations of the CTHS Restaurant, ensuring financial viability and quality assurance.

• Develop new and upgrade existing courses under supervision.
• Ensure student selection according to set criteria.
• Manage information on course content.
• Conduct day and evening classes according to departmental plan.
• Control all student evaluation forms.
• Monitor student progress and analyse exams to identify problem areas and take corrective steps.

• Control expenditure of Restaurant Operations and Academic Departments.
• Develop financial management systems to stimulate growth.
• Develop financial accountability and reporting systems with Finance Department.
• Enhance profitability by encouraging entrepreneurial ventures.
• Develop re‑investment framework from generated income.
• Draft realistic capital and current budgets and ensure adherence.

• Improve the research profile of the faculty through staff encouragement.
• Recruit…