General Manager

Route 66 Casino Hotel; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Laguna Development Corporation seeks a General Manager for the Rio Puerco campus and Route 66 Casino Hotel to lead gaming, hospitality, food & beverage, and marketing operations.

Reporting to the COO, the GM drives operational excellence, financial performance, and long‑term growth, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering cross‑department collaboration to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressive leadership in casino operations.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical capabilities.
• Executive-level decision making and strategy development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee gaming, hospitality, food & beverage, and marketing operations.
• Report to the COO and drive operational excellence and financial performance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and foster cross‑department collaboration to enhance guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Join Laguna Development Corporation (LDC) as the General Manager of our Rio Puerco campus and Route 66 Casino Hotel, where you’ll lead all facets of gaming, hospitality, food & beverage, and marketing operations. Reporting directly to the COO, this executive role is responsible for driving operational excellence, financial performance, and long‑term strategic growth. The GM serves as a key enterprise leader—evaluating operational health, shaping business priorities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and championing a culture that delivers exceptional guest experiences and fosters cross‑departmental collaboration.

The ideal candidate brings at least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in casino operations, advanced financial and analytical expertise, and a proven ability to inspire high‑performing teams. This role requires a strategic thinker who excels in executive communication, operational planning, and navigating a dynamic, service‑driven environment. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred), demonstrate strong decision‑making capability, and maintain the flexibility required for a 24/7 hospitality and gaming enterprise.