General Manager

The Scarlet, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is a vibrant and dynamic boutique hotel located in the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska. Renowned for its unique design, bold style, and unforgettable experiences, The Scarlet offers a distinctive hospitality environment that combines creative dining, thoughtfully designed guest rooms, and inspiring event spaces. This lifestyle property stands out for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest service and fostering a culture grounded in teamwork, creativity, and excellence. The Scarlet is part of Davidson Hospitality Group, an award-winning full-service hospitality management company known for its entrepreneurial management style and deep expertise across hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues throughout the US. Davidson’s portfolio includes partnerships with major hospitality brands such as Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, offering employees a unique blend of the personalized service of a small company coupled with the resources of a large organization.

The General Manager role at The Scarlet is an exciting leadership opportunity that centers on innovation, culture, and elevating the guest experience. This position involves a strategic and operational leadership role where the General Manager oversees all aspects of the hotel’s operations including guest services, rooms, food and beverage, sales, marketing, finance, and human resources. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving key initiatives that enhance the hotel’s profitability and market positioning while fostering a culture of accountability and associate engagement. This role requires someone who can inspire and mentor department leaders, ensuring operational excellence and maintaining high standards that deliver a best-in-class experience to guests. The General Manager will work closely with ownership and corporate leadership to align business strategies with hotel operations and to identify growth opportunities by analyzing market trends and competitor activity.

This leadership role also involves budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and revenue optimization strategies, all aimed at maximizing financial performance. The General Manager is expected to cultivate strong community relationships and represent The Scarlet as a prominent hospitality leader within the local market of Lincoln. This position is ideal for an energetic, service-driven individual passionate about personalized service and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial hotel environment. The role provides a unique platform to shape the future of a one-of-a-kind property and make a lasting impact on guests, associates, and the hospitality community. For individuals seeking to grow their career in a vibrant and innovative boutique hotel setting, The Scarlet offers an exceptional opportunity to be part of an extraordinary hospitality journey.