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Highgate Hotels

General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $48,000.00 - $71,800.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
performance bonuses

Job Description

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company managing over $15 billion in assets. The company boasts a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels stretching across North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Over its impressive 30-year history, Highgate has established itself as an innovator in the hospitality industry, offering expert guidance throughout all stages of the property lifecycle — from initial planning and development to recapitalization or disposition. Known for its diverse portfolio, Highgate develops bespoke lifestyle brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, all infused with contemporary programming and digital acumen. Utilizing... Show More

Job Requirements

  • At least 6 years progressive experience in a hotel or a related field
  • or a 4-year college degree and at least 4 to 5 years of related experience
  • or a 2-year college degree and at least 5 to 6 years of related experience
  • Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently
  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to listen, understand and clarify concerns
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings
  • Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required
  • Maintain regular attendance
  • Maintain personal appearance and grooming standards including wearing nametags
  • Comply with Highgate Hotel standards and regulations
  • Effective problem-solving skills
  • Ability to evaluate complex information
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Perform other duties as requested by management

Job Qualifications

  • At least 6 years progressive experience in a hotel or related field
  • or a 4-year college degree and at least 4 to 5 years of related experience
  • or a 2-year college degree and at least 5 to 6 years of related experience
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in employee development and training
  • Strong sales and client relationship abilities
  • Financial management and budgeting skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions
  • Competence in problem-solving and decision-making
  • Knowledge of hospitality industry standards and best practices

Job Duties

  • Tour the operating departments daily, making adjustments as needed via department heads
  • Conduct weekly staff meetings, including weekly training sessions presented by managers and self
  • Meet all financial review dates and corporate directed programs in a timely fashion
  • Hold a monthly financial review with all department managers, M.I.D.'s and available supervisors
  • Ensure that all department heads maintain budgeted productivity levels and Highgate Hotel standard checkbook accounting procedures
  • Develop managers for future advancement through competency training and corporate sponsored training programs
  • In conjunction with the Director of Sales, conduct a daily HHBR meeting focusing on the number of prospecting and existing account calls each person will make and the potential business results of these calls
  • Play a pivotal role in hotel sales efforts, including calling on top ten accounts, meeting clients, hosting luncheons and receptions, and meeting with on-site contacts on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
  • Participate in required M.O.D. coverage as scheduled
  • Maintain direct contact with and monitor the development of management trainees
  • Adhere to all Highgate Hotel policies and procedures and train new managers to ensure compliance
  • Oversee and assist in the Highgate Hotel budget process as required
  • Ensure that training in service standards is taking place in each department
  • Assist in creating a positive team-oriented environment which focuses on the guest, through employee development and motivation
  • Inspect rooms regularly with both the Housekeeping Manager and Property Engineer
  • Ensure complete processing of invoices daily by using the A/P process
  • Ensure that all appropriate information for financial documents is received by the Corporate Office monthly
  • Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with department managers
  • Ensure that employees are at all times attentive, friendly, courteous and efficient in their interactions with guests, managers and all other employees
  • Forecast monthly the hotel's financial position by estimating revenues and expenses
  • Prepare and conduct all management interviews and follow hiring procedures
  • Interview all prospective final candidates for any vacant management position prior to offer
  • Perform all Executive Committee members performance appraisals
  • Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all management personnel
  • Perform any other duties as requested by the Vice President or Regional Director of Operations
  • Ensure all employees receive fair and equitable treatment
  • Meet clients on the property to assist in the sales effort
  • Be in public areas during peak times, greeting guests and offering assistance
  • Ensure handling procedures for the hotel safe and monthly audits are followed
  • Ensure monthly credit meetings are conducted
  • Complete required corporate training modules and become certified to train others
  • Ensure all scheduled meetings take place on the property

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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