General Manager : Trendy Lifestyle Hotel in Cambridge

TipTopJob; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lifestyle hotel in Cambridge seeks a dynamic General Manager to shape its identity and elevate guest experiences. This role involves leading hotel operations, building a high-performing team, and driving commercial success through strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven hotel leadership experience and a passion for community engagement. Join us to make a lasting impact on our guests and the hotel culture.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within lifestyle or branded hotels.
• Experience in the Cambridge area is essential.
• A passion for curating memorable guest experiences and fostering a vibrant culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of hotel operations, ensuring excellence in guest service.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team, fostering creativity and accountability.
• Drive commercial performance through strategic planning and budgeting.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Team motivation

Strategic planning

Guest experience curation

Job description

Salary: Up to A GBP 130,000 + Bonus

Location: Cambridge

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking General Manager to lead a standout lifestyle hotel in the heart of Cambridge. This isn't your typical GM role: this is a chance to make your mark on a property that blends bold design, local culture, and exceptional guest experiences into something truly unforgettable.

As the face of the hotel, you'll inspire and empower a talented team, drive commercial success, and bring innovative ideas to the table. You'll have the autonomy to shape the hotel's identity and elevate it to new heights, while ensuring that every guest leaves with a story worth sharing.

Responsibilities

1. Lead all aspects of hotel operations, ensuring excellence in guest service, brand standards, and operational efficiency
2. Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability
3. Drive commercial performance through strategic planning, budgeting, and revenue management
4. Develop and implement innovative guest experience initiatives that align with the brand's lifestyle ethos
5. Act as the hotel's ambassador, cultivating strong relationships within the local community and with key stakeholders
6. Maintain full compliance with health, safety, and legal standards across all departments
7. Partner with sales, marketing, and F&B teams to deliver engaging activations and events that enhance the hotel's identity and visibility

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience within lifestyle, or branded hotels
• Experience in the Cambridge area is essential
• A passion for curating memorable guest experiences and fostering a vibrant culture
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of exceeding performance targets
• An entrepreneurial mindset with a flair for trendsetting and community engagement
• The ability to lead by example, motivate teams, and champion innovation