Hotel General Manager - West Sussex

COREcruitment; Chichester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment is seeking an experienced Hotel General Manager for a prestigious hotel in West Sussex offering a salary of £85,000 + Bonus. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of hotel operations and ensure exceptional guest experiences.

This hands-on role requires strong leadership skills and operational knowledge across departments like Front of House and Food & Beverage, driving profitability and team development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Hotel General Manager or in a senior hotel leadership role.
• Strong operational knowledge across all hotel departments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a multi-departmental team, fostering a positive, high-performance culture.
• Oversee day-to-day hotel operations, including Front of House, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, and Events.
• Deliver excellent guest service, maintaining high standards and consistent quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-Building

Financial Management

Job description

Hotel General Manager - West Sussex

Salary: £85,000 + Bonus

A prestigious hotel in West Sussex is seeking an experienced and dynamic Hotel General Manager to lead their operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences. This is a hands‑on leadership role for a confident and driven individual who thrives in a fast‑paced, multi‑departmental environment.

The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, including Front of House, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, and Events. They will be responsible for driving revenue and profitability, managing budgets, inspiring and developing their team, and ensuring the highest standards of service across the property.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a multi‑departmental team, fostering a positive, high-performance culture.
• Oversee day‑to‑day hotel operations, including Front of House, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, and Events.
• Deliver excellent guest service, maintaining high standards and consistent quality.
• Drive revenue and profitability, identifying opportunities for growth and efficiency.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and operational reports.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with ownership/management to develop and implement strategic plans.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Hotel General Manager or in a senior hotel leadership role.
• Strong operational knowledge across all hotel departments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team‑building skills.
• Financially astute with experience managing budgets and achieving targets.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Flexible, hands‑on, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.