General Manager

Treehouse Sunnyvale, L.L.C.; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness – competitive medical and EAP program

Retirement planning

Paid personal days

Career advancement opportunities

Team Member Recognition program

Job summary

Treehouse Sunnyvale, L.L.C. is seeking a General Manager for an upper upscale/lifestyle hotel in Palo Alto, California. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of hotel operations experience, including 3+ years as a General Manager, and a proven track record of maximizing revenue and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key responsibilities include driving financial performance, leading operations teams, and fostering a positive workplace culture. The position offers a competitive salary range of $220,000 - $245,000 and various benefits including health and wellness programs, retirement planning, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive hotel operations experience, including 3+ years as General Manager.
• Proven track record in delivering performance across key business metrics.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maximize ROR and achieve key business metrics.
• Coordinate daily operations and ensure service excellence.
• Drive the hotel’s financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Hospitality knowledge

Job description

General Manager – Upper Upscale/Lifestyle Hotel

Our dream General Manager is a proven thought leader, an experienced innovator and hospitality guru. They will oversee all aspects of the hotel’s daily operations, maximize revenue, and deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Maximize ROR and achieve key business metrics.
• Coordinate all daily operations and ensure service excellence.
• Represent the brand and support the Guidance Team’s objectives.
• Foster a positive, evolving workplace culture.
• Develop team members and build a cohesive, high‑performing staff.
• Maintain visibility with guests and staff, anticipating opportunities and challenges.
• Drive the hotel’s financial performance, balanced scorecard, and commercial strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive hotel operations experience, including 3+ years as General Manager in upper‑upscale or lifestyle hotel.
• Proven track record in delivering performance across key business metrics and a balanced scorecard.
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills in verbal, written, and presentation settings.
• Strategic thinker who balances autonomy and accountability.
• Business acumen and understanding of all commercial and financial hospitality aspects.
• Experience in developing, launching, and operating successful concepts.
• Flexible and willing to work in a 24‑hour operation.

About You

Passionate about leading operations teams, you have a strong track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance. You excel in communication and thrive in a dynamic, hospitality‑driven environment.

Benefits

• Designed by Nature work environment
• Health & Wellness – competitive medical and EAP program
• Retirement planning
• Paid personal days
• Career advancement, including global opportunities and SH University professional development platform
• Team Member Recognition program with rewards and pay‑forward options

Pay Range

$220,000 - $245,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture and are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.