General Manager – Luxury Boutique Hotel

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury boutique hotel in the Cotswolds is seeking a General Manager to oversee all hotel operations. This role offers an annual salary of £60,000 plus a performance-related bonus and the chance to lead a revitalized property. Responsibilities include motivating department heads, ensuring excellent service quality, and driving financial success. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hands-on environment and possess strong leadership skills. Support from the ownership team is included, and relocation assistance is available.

Benefits

£60,000 annual salary

Performance-related bonus

Assistance with relocation

Support from ownership team

Opportunity to shape business direction

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in hotel management or similar senior role.
• Proven track record of managing operations and leading teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of hotel operations.
• Lead and motivate department heads.
• Drive commercial success with strong financial management.
• Cultivate a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Collaborate with ownership team on long-term goals.
• Ensure high standards of service and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Strategic planning

Teamwork

Guest experience

Job description

We are so pleased to be assisting one of the Cotswolds’ most beautiful independently run boutique hotels in their search for an inspiring General Manager to lead their passionate team.

Following an exciting period of investment and refurbishment, this charming property is entering a new chapter, and they’re looking for a dynamic leader to drive the hotel forward, elevate standards, and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as the General Manager…

• £60,000 per annum plus a performance-related bonus
• Assistance with relocation
• Opportunity to lead a newly revitalised luxury property in the Cotswolds
• Support from an engaged and ambitious ownership team
• Chance to shape the future direction and growth of the business

Responsibilities as the General Manager…

• Overseeing all aspects of hotel operations, ensuring smooth and profitable performance
• Leading and motivating department heads to deliver an outstanding guest experience
• Driving commercial success through strong financial management and strategic planning
• Championing a culture of excellence, teamwork, and professional growth
• Collaborating with the ownership team to develop and execute long‑term goals
• Maintaining the highest standards across service, presentation, and guest satisfaction

This is an outstanding opportunity for a General Manager who thrives in a hands‑on, people‑focused role, with the freedom to make a lasting impact in one of the Cotswolds’ most elegant boutique hotels.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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