Assistant General Manager

Job highlights
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Qualifications
Passion for outstanding service, competitive spirit, strong leadership skills, and a track record of accomplishments
Demonstrated ability to lead a team
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Excellent attention to detail
Planning, organizing and effective time management skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals & objectives
At least 5 years of progressive experience in Hotel Operations or similar leadership role
Previous supervisory experience required
Must work well in stressful high-pressure situations
Availability to work a non-traditional schedule (i.e. weekends, holidays, early mornings, and/or evenings)
Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing and lifting up to 50 lbs
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
Paid time off and Holidays
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
STAY Hospitality offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance
The salary range for this role is $65,000.00 to $80.000.00
Responsibilities
Undergoing a full renovation and rebrand, The Garden Hotel is looking for a strategic and collaborative Assistant General Manager to join our team
As a senior leader, the Assistant General Manager will be responsible for supporting the General Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations, ensuring the hotel delivers exceptional guest experiences while meeting financial and operational targets
Act as the primary liaison to the General Manager for all department heads, excluding the Director of Sales and Marketing
Guide the leadership team in promptly and professionally addressing and resolving guest complaints and concerns
Monitor guest satisfaction and implement improvements based on feedback received
Conduct regular inspections of the property to ensure cleanliness, safety, and proper maintenance
Ensure that high service standards are consistently met throughout the hotel
Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement strategies to improve guest services and operational efficiency
Fulfill Manager On Duty responsibilities as scheduled, ensuring visibility in public areas during peak times to greet guests and provide assistance
Plan and coordinate work schedules for individual team members and departments
Support the General Manager in revenue generation initiatives by participating in sales efforts, including meeting with key clients during evening functions and joining sales calls with the Sales Team
Create a culture where employees feel empowered to make decisions that enhance guest satisfaction, and follow up on successes and areas for improvement with relevant Department Heads
Promote a positive work environment by fostering trust, open communication, and encouragement among employees
Assist the General Manager in developing both managerial and hourly staff through effective training programs
Aid in the creation and implementation of operational policies and procedures
Oversee and manage inventory effectively
Assist the General Manager in preparing financial reports for the Corporate Office and meet all deadlines set by both the Corporate Office and the General Manager
Ensure satisfaction for both guests and team members
Support the leadership team with various HR responsibilities, including but not limited to hiring, training, coaching, and processing payroll
Represent the General Manager in their absence, making decisions and managing operations as needed
Job description
ABOUT STAY HOSPITALITY

Stay Hospitality is a Fort Lauderdale-based company specializing in hotel and short-term vacation rental management. We focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring client satisfaction, and fostering growth opportunities for our team. Our committed staff oversees every facet of guest interaction, including communication, operations, business and finance, and client management.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Garden Hotel is an independent, 155 room hotel with an upscale restaurant and 3 pools located along scenic Ocean Boulevard in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Undergoing a full renovation and rebrand, The Garden Hotel is looking for a strategic and collaborative Assistant General Manager to join our team.

As a senior leader, the Assistant General Manager will be responsible for supporting the General Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations, ensuring the hotel delivers exceptional guest experiences while meeting financial and operational targets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Act as the primary liaison to the General Manager for all department heads, excluding the Director of Sales and Marketing.
• Guide the leadership team in promptly and professionally addressing and resolving guest complaints and concerns.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and implement improvements based on feedback received.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property to ensure cleanliness, safety, and proper maintenance.
• Ensure that high service standards are consistently met throughout the hotel.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement strategies to improve guest services and operational efficiency.
• Fulfill Manager On Duty responsibilities as scheduled, ensuring visibility in public areas during peak times to greet guests and provide assistance.
• Plan and coordinate work schedules for individual team members and departments.
• Support the General Manager in revenue generation initiatives by participating in sales efforts, including meeting with key clients during evening functions and joining sales calls with the Sales Team.
• Create a culture where employees feel empowered to make decisions that enhance guest satisfaction, and follow up on successes and areas for improvement with relevant Department Heads.
• Promote a positive work environment by fostering trust, open communication, and encouragement among employees.
• Assist the General Manager in developing both managerial and hourly staff through effective training programs.
• Aid in the creation and implementation of operational policies and procedures.
• Oversee and manage inventory effectively.
• Assist the General Manager in preparing financial reports for the Corporate Office and meet all deadlines set by both the Corporate Office and the General Manager.
• Ensure satisfaction for both guests and team members.
• Support the leadership team with various HR responsibilities, including but not limited to hiring, training, coaching, and processing payroll.
• Represent the General Manager in their absence, making decisions and managing operations as needed.

SKILLS
• Passion for outstanding service, competitive spirit, strong leadership skills, and a track record of accomplishments
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Excellent attention to detail
• Planning, organizing and effective time management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals & objectives

REQUIREMENTS
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in Hotel Operations or similar leadership role
• Previous supervisory experience required
• Must work well in stressful high-pressure situations
• Availability to work a non-traditional schedule (i.e. weekends, holidays, early mornings, and/or evenings)
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Experience with new hotel opening a plus
• Experience with Mews PMS system a plus

BENEFITS
• Comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off and Holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

STAY Hospitality offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance.

STAY Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

The above statements are intended to describe the generated nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The salary range for this role is $65,000.00 to $80.000.00.