Fairfield Inn & Suites Minneapolis St Paul Airport - Assistant General Manager

Aimbridge Hospitality, LLC; Mendota Heights (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Health Benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking an Assistant General Manager for our property, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Minneapolis Saint Paul Airport. You will oversee departments, drive profitability, control costs, and mentor staff to deliver hospitality excellence.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, problem solving, and clear communication to ensure guests leave smiling and operations run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive hotel experience (Rooms or F&B) or equivalent education/experience.
• Supervisory background required.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Certifications such as Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple departments and partner with the GM to drive hotel profitability and smooth operations.
• Proactively spot challenges and implement solutions to improve daily hotel flow.
• Recruit, hire, and coach Guest Services staff and support development programs.
• Listen to guest concerns and maintain clear, proactive communication with team and guests.
• Analyze financial data to support hotel operations and reporting.
• Uphold professional appearance, grooming standards, and company guidelines.
• Deliver friendly, service-focused experiences to every guest and team member.

Skills

Staff Supervision

Profit Management

Recruiting

Training

Guest Service

Financial Reporting

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Food Handlers certification

Alcohol Awareness certification

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Join Our Team as an Assistant General Manager!

Are you ready to step into the spotlight? As our Assistant General Manager, you'll be the go-to hero making sure every guest leaves with a smile and our hotel runs like a well-oiled machine! When the General Manager is away, the stage is yours—overseeing departments, boosting revenue, keeping costs in check, and helping your teammates shine. We’re looking for someone who leads with confidence, solves problems like a pro, and communicates so well everyone feels heard. If you value top-notch standards and love bringing happiness to others, this is your chance to turn every day into an adventure. Join us and spark unforgettable moments for our guests—let’s make hospitality fun!

Key Skills/Responsibilities

• Captain of Collaboration: Supervise multiple departments and drive hotel profitability by skillfully managing teams and partnering with the General Manager to keep everything running smoothly.
• Master of Solutions: Proactively spot challenges and tackle them head-on to ensure every day at the hotel flows as efficiently as possible.
• Talent Scout & Coach: Play a key role in recruiting, hiring, and training Guest Services staff, and help all team members—from managers to hourly employees—grow through exciting development programs and ongoing training.
• Messenger Extraordinaire: Listen actively, understand concerns, and keep the lines of communication crystal clear with both colleagues and guests.
• Numbers Ninja: Confidently work with financial info and data, using your math superpowers to support our hotel’s operations.
• Tech Trailblazer: Make Windows Operating Systems your best friend for smooth management and insightful reporting.
• Organization Champion: Set the standard for professional appearance and grooming, making sure everyone looks sharp and meets company guidelines.
• Hospitality Hero: Bring a friendly, service-focused attitude to every guest and teammate interaction, ensuring everyone walks away happy.

Education & Experience

• At least five years of progressive hotel experience (Rooms or Food & Beverage), or a four-year degree with 2-3 years, or a two-year degree with 3-4 years of related experience.
• Supervisory background required.
• Ability to stay calm and objective under pressure.
• Must hold or obtain certifications such as Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information

Welcome to the Fairfield Inn & Suites Minneapolis Saint Paul Airport hotel. Whether you are here for business or leisure, we are sure to have everything you need. We are just minutes away from the Mall of America, Downtown St. Paul, events at Target Field, Xcel Energy Center - home of the Minnesota Wild, US Bank Stadium, and Minnesota Vikings training camp in Eagan MN.

Application deadline for Colorado positions: 2/3/26