General Manager - Hotel Indigo San Diego

Hotel Brand: Hotel Indigo
Location: United States, California, San Diego

Hotel: San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter (SANIS), 509 9th Avenue, 92101

Job number: 125679



Role Purpose

As General Manager you will manage the day to day leadership and direction of the hotel, maximising on sales and revenue and driving financial returns. You’ll take ownership of the development of your people, execute on brand standards and build awareness of the hotel and brand within the local area. 

Key Accountabilities

People 

• Develop programmes and initiatives to increase team engagement that are aligned with the hotel’s service philosophy.
• Develop, implement and monitor team member succession planning to ensure future bench strength.
• Establish performance and development goals for team members and provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to enhance performance.
• Oversee HR related actions in accordance with company rules and policies.

Guest Experience

• Demonstrate brand citizenship by maintaining compliance with all required brand and service standards.
• Drive improvement in guest satisfaction goals. 
• Collaborate with colleagues and hotel team members to establish and implement services and programmes that meet or exceed guest expectations.
• Speak to guests – ask for their feedback and build relationships.

Financial

• Prepare annual capital, cash flow and sales and marketing plans to accurately forecast budgets.
• Analyse financials to drive revenues, future profitability and maximum return on investment.
• Use distribution channels and technology platforms to drive revenue and maximise market share. 
• Lead capital plans and asset management initiatives, including working with owners to maintain or improve property’s market leadership position. 

Responsible Business

• Ensure a safe and secure environment for guests, colleagues and hotel assets. 
• Act as public relations representative to raise awareness of hotel and brand in local community.
• Drive team member involvement in community organisations, activities and businesses.
• Develop and carry out action plans to be environmentally-conscious by taking steps to reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint.
• Perform other duties as assigned. May also serve as manager on duty.

Key Skills & Experiences

• Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Hotel Administration, Business Administration.
• Five to ten years’ of prior hotel management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience required may vary based on size and complexity of operation.
• Must speak fluent English.
• Other languages preferred.

The annual pay range for this role is $147,760 - $255,625. This is only applicable for jobs to be performed in San Diego, CA. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. 

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and any other benefits to eligible employees. 

You can apply for this role through the link below (or through internal career site if you are a current employee). 

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

Hotel Indigo is an upper-upscale boutique brand that captures the true spirit of the neighborhoods our hotels belong to. With over 125 properties worldwide, we look for individuals that can inspire our guests to make unique discoveries. Opening the door to meaningful connections to the diverse people, places, and cultures of the local area. 

Making travel inspiring. It’s what we do.

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