Deputy General Manager - Brighton

Hotel Du Vin; Lewes; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain is seeking a Deputy General Manager in Lewes, England. This leadership role involves managing hotel operations, driving brand strategy, and ensuring service excellence. The ideal candidate should have at least 12 months of relevant experience, strong people management skills, and a focus on revenue management. The position offers competitive pay, a permanent contract, and unique benefits, including staff discounts and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent contract

Heavily discounted staff room rates

Discounted friends & family rates

35% off dining

Fully funded apprenticeship programmes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Healthcare cash plans

Referral scheme

Complimentary stays on work anniversaries

Employee Assistance Programme

Private medical healthcare bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of experience leading a hotel or similar sized property.
• Strong people management and motivation skills.
• Knowledge of food and drink operations preferred.
• Experience in driving revenue and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Operate your own hotel with a 12-month term and lead the brand strategy.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team, setting a clear example.
• Use market knowledge to maximize revenue and drive business results.
• Ensure service excellence and meet brand standards.
• Represent the brand as a preferred employer and destination.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Revenue management

Service excellence

Job description

Job Title

Deputy General Manager – Brighton

About the Role

Hotel Du Vin is looking for a leader in the making. The role involves running the hotel, driving brand strategy, building a culture of celebrity service, and maximizing revenue.

Responsibilities

• Operate your own hotel with a 12‑month term (or less) and lead the brand strategy across all business elements.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team, setting a clear example.
• Use market knowledge to maximize revenue, manage detail through department managers, and drive business results.
• Ensure service excellence and meet brand standards.
• Represent Hotel Du Vin as a preferred employer and destination.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of experience leading a hotel or similar sized property.
• Strong people management and motivation skills.
• Knowledge of food and drink operations (preferred but not essential).
• Experience driving revenue and cost control.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and full‑time hours.
• Permanent contract.
• Heavily discounted staff room rates at Malmaison, Hotel Du Vin and Frasers Hospitality.
• Discounted friends & family rates (50% off best available rate).
• 35% off dining in our Brasseries and Bistros.
• Fully funded apprenticeship programmes.
• High Street discounts and seasonal offers.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme (up to 40% savings).
• Healthcare cash plans – dental, optical, medical from £5 per month.
• Referral scheme up to £1,500.
• Uniform that reflects contemporary style.
• Wellness & National Campaign days (e.g., pay‑day lunches, mental health awareness).
• Wagestream instant pay access and money‑management tools.
• Complimentary stays—one each on your 1st, 3rd, and 5th anniversary (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast).
• Employee Assistance Programme – free confidential advice 24/7.
• Private medical healthcare bonus plan, critical illness cover, life assurance.

Sustainability Goals

• 100% renewable electricity, mainly from UK wind farms.
• Target of recycling at least 70% of hotel waste.
• Zero‑chemical cleaning in rooms and public areas.
• Enzyme‑based eco‑friendly kitchen cleaning.
• Annual volunteer days (2 days per year) with full pay for sustainable charities.

Community & Charity

• Sponsored brain charity supporting people with neurological conditions.