General Manager

Lake Forest SpringHill Suites by Marriott; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Competitive pay

Bonus program

Daily pay

Hotel discounts

Benefits package

Paid vacation

Leadership culture

Job summary

Lake Forest SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Lake Forest, CA is seeking a General Manager to lead daily operations, drive guest satisfaction, financial performance, and brand standards. The ideal candidate will mentor a team, manage budgets, scheduling, and payroll, and build strong community relationships while ensuring service excellence and operational compliance.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary with bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Hotel General Manager experience in a Select Service or Extended Stay hotel.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities.
• Experience managing hotel financials, budgets, labor costs, and performance.
• Knowledge of scheduling, inventory management, purchasing, and payroll.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of hotel operations to maximize guest satisfaction, associate engagement, and financial performance.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing hotel team.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, franchise standards, and operating procedures.
• Manage labor, expenses, and operating budgets while maintaining profitability.
• Monitor KPIs and implement strategies to improve results.
• Foster a culture of outstanding guest service and promptly resolve guest concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and property appearance standards.
• Oversee scheduling, payroll, inventory, and daily financial reporting.
• Build relationships within the local community and participate in sales and marketing initiatives.
• Partner with Area Director to develop budgets, business plans, and operational strategies.
• Ensure administrative tasks, audits, banking, and reporting are completed accurately.
• Be available to respond to operational needs as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Communication skills

Financial management

Scheduling & payroll

Labor cost control

Driver's license

Job description

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General Manager

Full Time Management Lake Forest SpringHill Suites, Lake Forest, CA, US

Hotel General Manager-Lake Forest, CA- SpringHill Suites by Marriott

Salary: $85,000-$95,000(BOE) and bonus potential

Why Join Tharaldson?

• Career advancement opportunities with a growing hotel management company
• Competitive pay
• Performance-based bonus program
• Daily Pay option
• Employee hotel discounts
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Profit Sharing
• Paid Vacation
• Supportive leadership and a culture that values teamwork, accountability, and professional growth

Position Summary

The General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and successful operation of the hotel. This role oversees daily operations, financial performance, guest satisfaction, associate engagement, and brand compliance while creating an exceptional experience for both guests and team members.

The ideal candidate is a visible leader who enjoys mentoring others, building strong teams, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of hotel operations to maximize guest satisfaction, associate engagement, and financial performance.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing hotel team.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, franchise standards, and operating procedures.
• Manage labor, expenses, and operating budgets while maintaining profitability.
• Monitor key performance metrics and implement strategies to improve results.
• Foster a culture of outstanding guest service and promptly resolve guest concerns.
• Maintain exceptional cleanliness, safety, and property appearance standards.
• Oversee scheduling, payroll, inventory, purchasing, and daily financial reporting.
• Build relationships within the local community and actively participate in sales and marketing initiatives.
• Partner with the Area Director to develop budgets, business plans, and operational strategies.
• Ensure accurate completion of administrative tasks, audits, banking, and reporting requirements.
• Be available to respond to operational needs as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of1years of Hotel General Manager experience in a Select Service or Extended Stay hotel.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Experience managing hotel financials, budgets, labor costs, and operational performance.
• Knowledge of scheduling, inventory management, purchasing, and payroll.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Preferred

• Hilton, Marriott, or IHG brand experience.
• Associate degree (or higher) in Hospitality, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Tharaldson Hospitality Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.