General Manager

About the role

Join our 1 Hotel Seattle family as a visionary luxury lifestyle executive. We seek a seasoned General Manager with several years leadership experience. Our ideal candidate is a thought leader, innovative pioneer, tastemaker, and luxury lifestyle hospitality expert. Energetic, eloquent, and inspirational, you will be a cherished mentor and leader for our 1 Hotel Seattle team. In this role, you'll oversee all aspects of our hotel's operations, ensuring a sustainable and thriving hotel - the place to "BE"!

Requirements for success

• Previous experience in operating a luxury lifestyle property
• Leadership skills to include the ability to articulate a strong vision for the hotel, embedding the values, being able to narrate how we are doing and where we are heading, to take and move the whole team in one direction
• A strong people manager and developer with the ability to positively influence others, to develop a strong and cohesive team, and to create a culture focused on delivering the highest levels of customer scores and online reputation
• Visibility in your property with both guests and team members alike, and ability to use this to really keep your finger on the pulse, anticipating opportunities and challenges alike
• An ability to think for oneself whilst understanding the difference between autonomy and accountability, without a constant need to check and/or waiting to be told what to do
• Strong business acumen with proven track record of delivering across key business metrics and a balanced score card
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of all commercial and financial aspects of hotel operations
• A proven track record in developing, rolling out and operating successful concepts
• A highly driven and dynamic attitude with a passion for hospitality that transfers into everything you do
• Strong communication and influencing skills, verbally, in writing and in presentation mode

Qualifications

• Previous experience in operating a luxury lifestyle property
• Leadership skills to include the ability to articulate a strong vision for the hotel, embedding the values, being able to narrate how we are doing and where we are heading, to take and move the whole team in one direction
• A strong people manager and developer with the ability to positively influence others, to develop a strong and cohesive team, and to create a culture focused on delivering the highest levels of customer scores and online reputation
• Visibility in your property with both guests and team members alike, and ability to use this to really keep your finger on the pulse, anticipating opportunities and challenges alike
• An ability to think for oneself whilst understanding the difference between autonomy and accountability, without a constant need to check and/or waiting to be told what to do
• Strong business acumen with proven track record of delivering across key business metrics and a balanced score card
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of all commercial and financial aspects of hotel operations
• A proven track record in developing, rolling out and operating successful concepts
• A highly driven and dynamic attitude with a passion for hospitality that transfers into everything you do
• Strong communication and influencing skills, verbally, in writing and in presentation mode

Skills

• Thoughtful and inspiring leadership
• Ability to articulate a strong vision for the hotel
• Strong people management and development skills
• Business acumen and proven track record of delivering across key business metrics
• Detail-oriented and knowledgeable about all commercial and financial aspects of hotel operations
• Experience in developing, rolling out, and operating successful concepts
• Passion for hospitality and a dynamic attitude
• Effective communication and influencing skills

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Planning
• Paid Personal Days
• Career Advancement Opportunities (globally)
• SH University - Professional development and courses/certifications through our exclusive online learning platform
• Team Member Recognition Program - Rewards and pay it forward opportunities

Pay

$220K - $230K

Schedule

Nightly shift

About Us

As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group. Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.