General Manager (Maternity Cover) : Branded Hotel, North Lincolnshire

TipTopJob; Ulceby; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel is seeking a General Manager for a 6-month fixed-term contract with potential for extension. This role is perfect for an aspiring or seasoned leader ready to make an immediate impact in a branded hotel environment. You'll lead operations, drive excellence, and support business growth while reporting directly to the Group Operations Director. The ideal candidate is a confident, people-focused leader with a passion for guest experience and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as Hotel Manager or Operations Manager.
• Experience within a Hilton-branded hotel is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of hotel operations.
• Drive innovation and uphold service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Guest Experience

Job description

6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential 3-month extension) Salary: Up to GBP 55,000

Are you ready to take the next step in your hospitality career or bring your interim GM experience to a thriving branded hotel? This maternity cover role offers the perfect platform for either an aspiring General Manager or a seasoned interim leader to step into a pivotal position and make an immediate impact.

We are seeking a driven and detail-focused General Manager to lead all aspects of hotel operations, delivering excellence across the board while supporting the continued growth of the business during this exciting period.

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to lead a branded hotel and gain exposure to high-level strategy
• Report directly to the Group Operations Director
• Participate in monthly business reviews with key stakeholders
• Drive innovation and uphold the highest standards in service and asset management
• Supported by an experienced team and wider operational infrastructure

What You'll Bring:

• 2+ years experience as Hotel Manager, Operations Manager, or higher
• Ideally, experience within a Hilton-branded hotel
• Commercially savvy with strong financial acumen
• Passion for people, guest experience, and operational excellence
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and inspire high-performing teams
• Comfortable navigating brand, owner, and management relationships
• A strategic mindset balanced with a strong on-the-floor presence
• Flexible and available during weekends and key trading periods
• A true brand ambassador who leads with integrity, humanity, and transparency

The Ideal Candidate:

You’re a confident, people-first leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo to drive improvement. You’re passionate about detail, commercially minded, and excited by the opportunity to shape performance while ensuring your team works in harmony to deliver exceptional guest experiences.