General Manager - Les Bateaux Belmond
Belmond, France
Job Description
Belmond is seeking a General Manager of Les Bateaux Belmond, a fleet of luxury barges operating in Burgundy, Champagne and Provence. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader with a passion for excellence and storytelling in travel, a strong cultural awareness and an unswerving approach to maintaining standards. The ideal candidate will embrace and deliver the Vision of Belmond, be responsible for strategic planning, efficient operations and leadership, and strive towards Belmond’s brand strategy of being the number one luxury travel experience in the world.
ABOUT LES BATEAUX BELMOND
A fleet of seven luxurious barges or floating villas make up Les Bateaux Belmond. Cruising along the sun-dappled waterways of France, they offer slow travel at its finest.
Each elegant boat has been designed with thoughtful details that conjure up the locale. Gleaming en-suite bathrooms, lavish spaces for relaxation both inside and out, antiques, murals, heated pools and even a grand piano are among the refined creature comforts. The biggest barge accommodates up to 12 guests, the smallest just 4. Some are available per cabin, others are private charter.
Guests enjoy the services of a private crew, dedicated guide and personal chef alongside a host of exclusive experiences, including wine tastings and château visits. Aboard Coquelicot, the newest vessel, Belmond’s partnership with Champagne Ruinart means guests enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the vineyards and an exclusive lunch on board prepared by Ruinart’s chef. Private charters can be tailored to guests’ preferences with activities including market tours, cookery classes, truffle hunting, horse-riding, water sports and golf. Special interest journeys take in Michelin-starred restaurants and the Grand Cru wines of Burgundy.
ABOUT BELMOND
Belmond is part of the world’s leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.
Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with 46 remarkable properties that include the illustrious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, remote beach retreats like Cap Juluca in Anguilla, Italian hideaways such as Splendido in Portofino, and gateways to natural wonders such as Hotel das Cataratas beside Brazil’s Iguassu Falls. From trains to river barges, safari lodges to hotels, each unique property has a distinctive story, personality and identity, with a personalised team to match.
The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon its heritage, craftsmanship and genuine, authentic service. We treasure history while looking to the future. We embrace community spirit and believe in responsible, sustainable tourism. As part of our Think Global, Act Local approach, we prioritise purchasing food from sustainable sources, run and support educational programmes and follow sustainable practices to reduce our impact on the environment.
BELMOND AND YOU
When you join Belmond, you become part of a global family. We ask you to embrace our Belmond Behaviours, follow our directives and reflect the ethos of our group. In return, we ensure our employees enjoy just as many memorable moments as our guests. Benefits include the Discovering Belmond programme, which offers team members complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for our trains, cruises and safaris, and discounted food and beverages. More importantly, we support you in your career. We make a point of investing in your development and wellbeing to help you reach your full potential.
Belmond has been at the forefront of luxury travel for more than four decades. At the very foundation of our brand is an entrepreneurial spirit and sense of adventure and we strive to continue our legacy of pioneering luxury travel experiences. We stand for understated luxury, for genuine service, for conscientious design and local craftsmanship. But the hallmark of a Belmond experience is a moment that is infused with joy, celebration, and ultimately, lasts.
Roeland Vos, President amp; CEO
ABOUT THE ROLE
- The General Manager will be responsible for providing strategic planning, efficient operations, and leadership for Les Bateaux Belmond, ensuring that the service standards and profitability are maintained.
- The General Manager will also deliver the Vision of Belmond, driving the business forward and striving for excellence.
- Work with the global, divisional, and business unit teams to execute strategies and initiatives to achieve and maintain Belmond’s strategic objectives and plan.
- Define the vision and build the brand of Les Bateux Belmond.
- Set ambitious goals for the business.
- Increase and enhance brand desirability.
- Ensure alignment of learning and development activities with goals