General Manager: Emily Hobhouse Museum in Cornwall

Babylonstoren
Full-time Cape Winelands District Municipality, Western Cape Top Executives
Posted:
May 31, 2026
Location:
Cape Winelands District Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

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

Requirements

  • A qualification in hospitality management or business management
  • Relevant experience in hotel management, restaurant management or visitor attraction
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills
  • Ability to manage a team
  • Some experience of financial management
  • Enthusiasm and the ability to maintain high standards under pressure
  • Fluent in English and Afrikaans
  • Interest in South African history will be to your advantage
  • Responsibilities

  • Building and leading a team of museum personnel across various departments (exhibitions, restaurant, maintenance)
  • Creating a pleasant guest experience
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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Cape Winelands District Municipality, South Africa
    Posted: May 31, 2026
    Deadline: July 10, 2026