Job Title: General Manager

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  Location: Larry's Gulch Lodge

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  Hours of Work: Varied

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  Shift Schedule: Varied

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Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
General Manager
Contract
(May to October, renewable)
Larry's Gulch Lodge
Kedgwick

Who we are

We invite you to join the Parks NB team! We work in some of the most beautiful places that New Brunswick has to offer while providing meaningful and challenging work. Imagine being able to experience the beauty of the world-class Restigouche River every day!

Parks NB works collaboratively with our community (staff, stakeholders and industry members) to support, promote, and grow the tourism sector while encouraging New Brunswickers and visitors to discover outdoor activities and experiences. We strive to be the ultimate host, providing our guests with a high-quality experience as well as meaningful connections to our protected natural and cultural spaces.

What you will do

Reporting to the Executive Director of Parks and Capital, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of the world-famous Larry's Gulch Lodge. The duties and responsibilities will include:

• Providing overall leadership and guidance to a team responsible for the operations of Larry's Gulch Lodge to ensure exceptional client experience and service delivery is provided
• Overseeing all day-to-day operations and maintenance of the site, including food and beverage services, accommodations and hospitality services, guiding services, and customer service
• Conducting all financial functions and transactions, including reservations, payments and invoicing of clients, monthly budget projections and expenditure control while ensuring profitability through budgetary adherence as well as identifying and coordinating capital projects
• Managing human resources including all aspects of staffing, scheduling, recruiting, training, conflict resolution, collective agreement administration and performance management
• Maintaining and following conservation standards for the Restigouche River
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders throughout the community
• Assisting with developing and elevating the experiences offered at the Lodge
• Performing other related duties as required

Work Environment

• Variable and extended hours
• Manager or Assistant Manager must be on site 24 hours a day when guests are present

Who you are

You are experienced in successfully operating a hospitality, food and beverage property and maintaining its financial viability while exceeding client expectations. You have knowledge and experience in the salmon fishing and outdoor sectors. You demonstrate strong leadership with your team and can work remotely with minimal supervision. You also possess strong interpersonal, communication skills and are self-motivated.

Your skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have

• A University degree and a minimum of five (5) years of related work experience which includes two (2) years of hospitality, food and beverage management experience; or a post-secondary diploma of two (2) years in Business Administration, Hospitality and Tourism, Parks and Recreation or a related field and a minimum of seven (7) years of related work experience which includes two (2) years of management experience
• Considerable experience in using Microsoft Office 365 software and applications
• Considerable experience and knowledge in the salmon fishing sector
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
• Written and spoken competence in English and spoken competence in French is required

Nice to have

• Experience in the tourism industry
• Experience in marketing and developing experiences
• Experience in developing community partnerships and initiatives

Wage

$2,499.00 to $3,490.00 bi-weekly (Pay Band 5)

Room, board, and meals are provided as part of the remuneration package when residing on site

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by e-mail to thchumres@gnb.ca or by mail at the following address, indicating competition number R18-2024/25-056. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Human Resource Branch
Marysville Place, 4th floor
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
(506) 453-3115

This competition will remain open until the position is filled

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

A Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check is required prior to appointment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

The New Brunswick Public Service: Improving the lives of New Brunswickers every day!

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