Assistant General Manager | The Resort at Papakea

Columbia Hospitality; Lahaina (HI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 105k–110k USD

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

HSA/FSA

Daily Pay

Cellphone Allowance

Discounted Lodging

Referral Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Learning Platform

Don’t meet every requirement—apply

Job summary

Columbia Hospitality is seeking an Assistant General Manager for The Resort at Papakea on Maui, Hawaii. You will partner with the General Manager to direct daily operations, deliver exceptional experiences for owners, residents, guests and team members, and lead high-performing teams across departments.

You will ensure service excellence, manage budget considerations, participate in owner communications, and support the AOAO Board while maintaining a culture of accountability and guest-focused

Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the resort, ensuring exceptional service for owners, residents, guests and team members.
• Provide leadership and operational oversight for Front Office, Grounds, Engineering, Security and other departments as assigned.
• Serve as Manager on Duty, maintaining a visible presence and addressing guest concerns, owner requests and emergencies.
• Ensure safety, security and emergency procedures are followed, coordinating with Security and Engineering teams.
• Assist with preparing and managing departmental budgets, monitoring labor and operating expenses and seeking efficiencies.

Job description

Assistant General Manager | Resort at Papakea

As the Assistant General Manager at The Resort at Papakea, you'll serve as a key operational leader, partnering with the General Manager to deliver exceptional experiences for owners, residents, guests, and team members. You'll oversee daily resort operations, lead and inspire high-performing teams, foster strong owner relationships, and support the AOAO Board all while ensuring the highest standards of service, quality, and operational excellence.

• Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Salary Range: $105,000 to $110,000 DOE
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:

The Perks

• Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Salary Range: $105,000 to $110,000 DOE
• Incentive Eligible
• Cellphone Allowance
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Our Commitment to you:

“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight‑knit, inclusive, values‑driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What Success Looks Like

Your Impact

• Partner with the General Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the property, ensuring exceptional service for owners, residents, guests, and team members.
• Provide leadership and operational oversight for Front Office, Grounds, Engineering, Security, and other operational departments as assigned.
• Serve as Manager on Duty, maintaining a visible presence throughout the property and responding to operational needs, guest concerns, owner requests, and emergencies.
• Ensure resident, owner, and guest concerns are resolved promptly and professionally, utilizing effective service recovery techniques when appropriate.
• Perform front desk and guest service duties as needed, including check-in, check-out, and issue resolution during peak business periods.
• Ensure all safety, security, and emergency procedures are followed, partnering closely with the Security and Engineering teams to maintain a safe environment.
• Conduct regular property inspections to ensure buildings, common areas, recreational amenities, and grounds are maintained to the highest standards.
• Partner with department leaders to recruit, onboard, train, coach, schedule, and develop team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and exceptional service.
• Support performance management activities, including coaching, performance evaluations, employee relations, and corrective action, in partnership with the People & Culture Business Partner.
• Assist with preparing and managing departmental budgets, monitoring labor and operating expenses, and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
• Review daily operational reports, occupancy forecasts, labor, and financial performance to ensure departmental goals are achieved.
• Support the planning and execution of preventive maintenance programs, capital improvement projects, and vendor activities while minimizing disruption to owners and guests.
• Build positive relationships with owners and serve as a trusted operational resource, responding to owner concerns while balancing the needs overall operations.
• Support the General Manager in maintaining productive relationships with the Board of Directors by preparing operational updates, attending board meetings, documenting meeting minutes, and following through on action items. May lead
• Ensure compliance with governing documents, management agreements, company policies, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain current knowledge of amenities, local attractions, events, and community resources to enhance the owner and guest experience.
• Prepare and distribute operational reports as needed.
• Participate in the property's emergency response program and respond to after-hours operational issues as necessary.
• Promote collaboration across departments to deliver a seamless experience for owners, residents, guests, and team members.
• Demonstrates leadership that aligns with our core values, fostering a culture of accountability, creativity, honesty, inclusion, enthusiasm and respect.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the successful operation of the resort.

What You Bring

• 3-5 years of progressive hospitality leadership experience, including leadership across multiple operational departments within similar environments (hotel, condominium, resort, vacation ownership or luxury residential property management) required.
• Experience working with an AOAO, HOA, condominium association, or similar ownership structure strongly preferred.
• Hospitality leadership experience in Hawaii required.
• Strong understanding of owner relations and balancing the needs of homeowners, residents, rental guests, and resort operations.
• Proven financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, labor management, expense control, and interpreting financial statements.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local employment, safety, and hospitality regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and decision‑making skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and hotel property management systems.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and respond to after‑hours operational emergencies as needed.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Where you’ll work:

Located on Maui's Kaanapali Coast, The Resort at Papakea features 13 oceanfront acres of stunning gardens and expansive ocean views. The Resort's condominium accommodations include guest studios, one-, two and three-bedroom suites all of which offer private, furnished balconies or lanais with spectacular garden or ocean views.

The Fine Print

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.