Hotel General Manager

Hospitality Staffing UK; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable hotel management firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee an established hotel with 80 bedrooms and a stylish restaurant and bar. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with proven experience in driving profitability, leading diverse teams, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 – £65,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience as a General Manager or senior operations leader within a hotel.
• Strong commercial awareness with strategic planning abilities.
• A hands-on leader thriving in guest-focused environments.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for hotel performance and profitability.
• Lead and motivate teams across multiple departments.
• Oversee seamless delivery of conferences and private events.

Skills

Leadership experience

Commercial awareness

Hands-on leadership

Expertise in event operations

Effective communication

Creative problem-solving

Job description

Job Description

General Manager, established hotel with 80 bedrooms, conference & meetings space, stylish Restaurant & Bar. Strong reputation in the local area. £60,000 – £65,000 per annum

The Role

We are looking for a General Manager who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on leadership. Someone who is commercially sharp and thrives in the heart of daily operations.

This is a dynamic role leading an established hotel business that combines a busy restaurant and bar, conference & meetings along with boutique accommodation. You will take full ownership of the hotels performance, leading the business with confidence and creativity while ensuring that every guest experience reflects the quality and character the hotel is known for.

Your leadership will set the tone, inspiring a team who are proud of where they work and passionate about the service they deliver.

You will

Take full accountability for the hotels performance, driving profitability across rooms, events, and food and beverage operations.

Lead and motivate a talented team across multiple departments, fostering a culture of empowerment, engagement, and warmth.

Oversee seamless delivery of conferences, private events, and corporate functions, ensuring excellence from enquiry to execution.

Partner with the commercial and marketing teams to drive growth through creative sales initiatives and local engagement.

Maintain exceptional operational standards, ensuring every area of the property runs efficiently and with attention to detail.

Champion guest satisfaction, ensuring every interaction feels personal, authentic, and memorable.

Build strong, collaborative relationships with the hotel’s owners, the local community, and key business partners.

Identify new opportunities for innovation, sustainability, and long-term business success.

What We Are Looking For

Proven leadership experience as a General Manager or senior operations leader within a hotel.

Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance strategic planning, forecasting, and day‑to‑day decision‑making.

A hands‑on leader who thrives in a busy, guest‑focused environment and leads by example.

Expertise in event and food and beverage operations with an understanding of how to balance quality with profitability.

A confident communicator who can engage, influence, and inspire teams and stakeholders.

A creative problem‑solver who embraces challenge and seeks continuous improvement.

Why This Role

Our client offers the best of both worlds, an independent, characterful operation supported by the strength and expertise of an experienced hotel management company. You will have the freedom to shape the hotels direction, develop its team, and take the business to the next stage of its journey.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a property where heritage and hospitality come together, a business with strong foundations, a loyal guest base, and real potential for growth.