Hotel General Manager
Hotel General Manager
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Job Description
Job Overview:
The Longfellow Hotel a 48room boutique hotel caf and spa is seeking a thoughtful caring and empathetic General Manager to lead hotel operations. Having opened in May of 2024 The Longfellow Hotel has already gained national recognition in Esquire Travel & Leisure and Condenast publications as well as ranked #1 by travelers on TripAdvisor for Portland Hotels and Luxury Hotels in New England.
The General Manager will oversee all aspects of organizing the hotel operation including but not limited to the hiring and training of hotel management front desk and housekeeping staff organizing the repair and maintenance of the hotel contributing and leading an inclusive work culture and maximizing financial performance and guest satisfaction. Additionally this position will foster the culture of The Longfellow Hotel throughout the Portland business community and will require a sense of playfulness to help rethink luxury accommodations.
The General Manager position is well suited for individuals that are highly motivated skilled in all areas of a hotels operation including food and beverage and spa operations and want to make an impact on the hotel professionin Portland. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of something special from the ground up and reshape how people experience visiting Portland.
Perks and Benefits:
As a valued member of our team you will be eligible for the various benefits:
- Discounted Hotel Stays Across New England and within the Small Luxury Hotel brand
- Individual Coverage for Health Dental & Vision
- Unlimited PTO Policy
- Annual Bonus
- Discounted meals at our partner restaurants Wayside Tavern Twinflower Cafe and Fiveof Clubs
- Generous Parental Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts (An EmployerSponsored Healthcare Benefit)
- Voluntary enrollment in Uncommon Hospitality IRA plan matching up to 3% contributions
- Access to career development and advancement courses
Role and Responsibilities:
- Leads inspires and coaches a team that delivers a service of excellence while upholding the Longfellow Hotel brand standards
- Responsible for the sustained growth in revenue and profits of the hotel within the established business plan and budget
- Collaborate on thoughtful sales and marketing strategies that drive occupancy and rates
- Cultivate a fruitful and beneficial relationship with all key stakeholders that support our business
- Ensure rigorous knowledge of and adherence to all applicable laws policies and procedures
What you bring to the table:
- 7 years of experience in the hospitality industry
- 3 years of management experience overseeing multiple departments and revenue streams
- Commitment to embodying our values
- Knowledge of how to do the right things always using sound judgment even when no one is looking
- Seeing opportunities where others have not and creating opportunities others wish theyd thought of first
- Proficient knowledge of relevant software systems and processes
- English fluency and French or Spanish preferred
- Relevant Portland ME area experience preferred
Please send resume and cover letter we would love to hear from you!!
This job is based in Portland Maine at our property located at 754 Congress Street. From time to time you will be expected to travel to venues and events outside of the Portland area as the business demands.
The Longfellow Hotel is managed by Uncommon Hospitality a family run hospitality company based in Portland ME. Longfellow Hotel will become the 4th managed property in the Uncommon portfolio which also includes The Francis Hotel (Portland) The Colonial Inn and The Admirals Inn (both in Ogunquit).
Job Type: Fulltime
Salary: $100000.00 per year
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
