Assistant Hotel Manager

Guild House Hotel; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaboration with industry leaders

Participation in events and networking

Collaborative culture

Industry networking

Job summary

A historic boutique hotel in Philadelphia seeks a motivated Assistant Hotel Manager to lead daily operations and enhance guest experiences. This role emphasizes operational excellence, team management, and the creation of memorable experiences. Candidates should have a background in hospitality, strong organizational skills, and a passion for guest-first service. You will be part of a mission-driven team that values collaboration and impact. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Background in hospitality or hotel operations.
• Ambitious, self-motivated, and solution-oriented.
• Punctual and reliable for all meetings, events, and shifts.
• Ambitious, self-motivated, and solution-oriented.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Tech-savvy.
• Punctual and reliable for all meetings, events, and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist ownership with day-to-day hotel operations.
• Support housekeeping and maintenance teams for excellence.
• Deliver a best-in-class guest experience.
• Build and nurture local business relationships.
• Support the management of inventory systems and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors.
• Deliver a best-in-class guest experience and respond to guest inquiries for events and bookings.
• Build and nurture relationships with local businesses and stakeholders.
• Lead by example with accountability, integrity, and high standards.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Tech-savvy

Punctual & reliable

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Guild House Hotel is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Hotel Manager to help lead the daily operations of a historic boutique property in the heart of Philadelphia. This role is critical to delivering operational excellence, exceptional guest experiences, and brand growth.

Working closely with ownership, vendors, subcontractors, and local partners, the Assistant Hotel Manager will play a hands-on leadership role in establishing systems, managing staff, and creating a repeatable hospitality experience that can serve as a template for future destinations.

About Guild House Hotel:

Guild House Hotel is a women-owned, mission-driven hospitality brand focused on curating memorable, elevated guest experiences. We are a small but mighty team operating under a real estate investment company, collaborating closely and wearing multiple hats to deliver true luxury with heart and purpose.

Why Work Here?

• Be part of a historic, Michelin award-winning hotel
• Join a women-owned, mission-driven brand
• Work within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment
• Help shape processes and standards that will influence future hospitality projects
• Make a direct impact on guest experience, operations, and brand growth
• Full hotel operations experience
• Events and networking with hotel industry leaders

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Management

• Assist ownership with day-to-day hotel operations and performance
• Support housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure cleanliness, safety, and excellence
• Maintain high operational standards across all guest touchpoints
• Create and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline operations
• Support the management of inventory systems and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors

Guest Experience

• Deliver a best-in-class guest experience that drives positive reviews and repeat stays
• Proactively identify and resolve guest issues before they escalate
• Be on-call to handle guest inquiries or operational issues outside normal business hours
• Ensure every detail contributes to a seamless, luxury experience
• Lead sales, responding to guest inquiries for events and bookings

Networking & Community Engagement

• Build and nurture relationships with local businesses, organizations, and stakeholders
• Identify opportunities for partnerships that enhance guest experience and hotel visibility

Leadership & Ownership

• Lead by example with accountability, integrity, and high standards
• Communicate clearly and effectively with team members, vendors, and leadership
• Take responsibility for commitments and proactively declare and address breakdowns
• Remain open to candid feedback and continuously seek improvement

Required Qualifications

• Background in hospitality or hotel operations
• Passion for creating memorable, guest-first experiences
• Ambitious, self-motivated, and solution-oriented
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Tech-savvy
• Punctual and reliable for all meetings, events, and shifts

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• 2+ years of experience with inventory management systems
• 2+ years of experience in the hospitality industry and/or hotel operations
• Experience working in small teams or startup environments is a plus

Schedule & Availability

• Onsite 75% of the time
• Availability required evenings and weekends