Job Title: General Manager

Salary range:  ₹ 12 – 18 LPA (Lakhs Per Annum)

Location: Zorba the Buddha, New Delhi

About Zorba the Buddha

Zorba the Buddha is one of Asia’s largest open faith spiritual and creative centers, offering immersive experiences through workshops, retreats, and festivals that promote mindfulness, holistic living, and personal transformation. As a public charitable trust, we are dedicated to creating a space that fosters self-discovery, conscious community, and sustainable living.

Role Overview

We are looking for a General Manager who will oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring the center remains financially sustainable while upholding its core values. This role requires a dynamic leader who can balance spiritual ethos with financial responsibility, overseeing revenue generation, managing expenses, and fostering a thriving, harmonious environment for guests, facilitators, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Sustainability & Financial Oversight: Ensure the center’s long-term sustainability by managing revenue streams, optimizing operational costs, and maintaining a balanced financial model aligned with our mission as a charitable trust.
• Revenue Generation: Develop and implement strategies to enhance revenue from workshops, retreats, events, and accommodations while maintaining the integrity of Zorba the Buddha’s spiritual offerings.
• Expense Management: Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of funds and adherence to sustainability principles.
• Operational Excellence: Supervise daily operations, staff coordination, and guest experiences to maintain high-quality service and a peaceful, welcoming environment.
• Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with facilitators, guests, volunteers, and donors to expand the impact and reach of Zorba the Buddha.
• Strategic Growth: Identify opportunities for expansion, partnerships, and innovative programs to enhance Zorba the Buddha’s offerings.
• Leadership & Team Management: Inspire and guide a diverse team, fostering a culture of mindfulness, collaboration, and excellence.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations management, financial planning, or hospitality management within a retreat center, spiritual organization, or nonprofit.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, revenue models, and cost control within a charitable or hospitality setting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for mindfulness, conscious living, and community-building.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, balancing financial sustainability with spiritual values.

Why Join Us?

At Zorba the Buddha, you will be part of a mission-driven organization that blends business acumen with holistic well-being. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring our space thrives sustainably while enriching lives.