General Manager

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARYOversees, directs and manages property operations of a single property to assure optimum performance and continual improvement in the Key Performance Indicators (GREAT, REACH, DANCE, DRIVE, FRESH, Making it Right, Stop the Leaks and Safewatch). Coordinates, directs and manages the staff and everyday hotel operations to achieve profitability, guest satisfaction and efficiency while maintaining standards set by the company assuring 100% guest satisfaction.Watch A Day in the Life video for General Manager https://vimeo.com/showcase/5180017/video/265597879MAJOR / KEY JOB DUTIESEnsure associates at the property are driving the Company initiatives (GREAT, REACH, DANCE, DRIVE, FRESH, Making it Right and Stop the Leaks)Demonstrates and promotes a 100% commitment to providing the best possible experience for our guests and employeesResponsible for maximizing revenues and flow through to GOP to meet or exceed budgeted EBITDAManage labor standards and property level expenses to achieve maximum flow-through to the bottom line profitMonitors collection of in-house guest balances and direct bill receivables, commission payments by vendors, and issuance of refund checksParticipates and monitors monthly inventory of supplies and equipment. Ensures purchases made are within budget and by approved vendorsWorks with the District Manager and Regional Director of Field Sales to manage all sales activities of the property and meet revenue objectives. Activities include setting goals, completing competitive surveys, taking reservations and compiling reportsIdentifies and seeks out potential business in local market. Maintains relationships with local companies and key people to increase the company's visibility within the local marketPromotes 100% guest satisfaction throughout property. Instills the 100% guest satisfaction objective to AGM and hourly associatesEnsures that all guest related issues are resolved in a manner consistent with the company's goals and objectivesRecruits qualified applicants. Trains employees in accordance with company standardsCommunicates all policies and procedures to entire staff. Conducts regular meetings to provide various information including company communications, policy reviews, local property activities, goals, etcInspects and documents repairs and cleanliness of property with AGM to ensure optimum upkeep and repair, room cleanliness and overall property appearanceWork to build solid client relationships in the District and with Managers and staff at each assigned hotelUpholds and Enforces ESH standards and policy compliance at the hotel level.OTHER DUTIESAdheres to federal, state and local laws employment related laws and regulationsPerforms duties in all aspects of hotel operations whenever neededDirectly manages an Assistant General Manager who supervises a total of 8 to 10 employees on the Property. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unitActively reviews and monitors the Social Media websites to ensure timely and appropriate responses to postings.BENEFITS• Weekly Pay!• Competitive Wages• Great working environment• Employee Recognition Programs• Medical Insurance• Dental Insurance• Vision Insurance• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts• Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance• Employer Paid Long Term Disability• Optional Employee Paid - Voluntary Benefits• Short-Term Disability• Buy-Up Long-Term Disability• Supplemental Life Insurance• Dependent Life Insurance• 401(k) Savings Plan• Paid Time Off• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Employee Perks Progam offering discounts to major companiesCompensationPay RangesPay range information for the position you are applying for is below. Disclaimer: Compensation may vary based on role, level, experience, length of time in a position, and location. Candidates are not guaranteed to be at the high or low end of the compensation ranges presented. The Company complies with applicable federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMinimum three years related hospitality management experience required; 4-year degree highly preferredPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBasic knowledge of computers and software including ability to use e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheet softwareAbility to organize multiple projects; manage and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlinesAbility to manage and direct a staff to perform daily job tasksENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTSThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.The employee is frequently required to travel within the local community. Infrequent travel from one city to another is required which may necessitate air travel.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & COMPETENCIESAbility to read and speak the English language and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memosAbility to write simple correspondenceAbility to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organizationAbility to effectively communicate professionally with guests, associates, supervisors, and others as required for optimum operation of the propertyConversational Spanish would be beneficialFor Colorado, Washington, California, Applicants Only:General Manager GMA- $53,000 - $76,000 AnnuallyFor New York City (Whitestone) Applicants Only:General Manager GMA - $57,000 - $87,000 Annually