Hotel General Manager - Macon Marriott City Center

mainsailhotels; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainsail Lodging & Development seeks a General Manager for Marriott Macon City Center in Macon, GA. You will lead strategic direction, drive profitability, ensure brand standards, and partner closely with ownership to maximize asset value and guest satisfaction.

As a change-minded leader, you will oversee operations across departments, foster open communication with Marriott International and local stakeholders, and position the property as a premier destination in Central Georgia.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in large hotel operations.
• Experience managing owner relationships and reporting.
• Track record of driving profitability and market share.
• Strong communication with ownership and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop business strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Execute plans to enhance guest satisfaction and profitability.
• Lead ownership and stakeholder communications.
• Oversee cross-departmental alignment and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality

Job description

We're looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let's see if we're a fit. We hope so.

The General Manager serves as the strategic and operational leader of Marriott Macon City Center, responsible for delivering enriching experiences and heartfelt service, associate engagement, financial performance, and long-term asset value. This role provides forward-thinking leadership while ensuring operational excellence across all departments, that reflects on the brand's ultimate mission Wonderful Hospitality. Always.

A critical component of this position is fostering a strong partnership with hotel ownership through proactive communication, transparency, responsiveness, and accountability. As the leader of the Macon Marriott City Center, the General Manager is accountable for maximizing profitability, driving market share, protecting the owner's investment, and ensuring the hotel consistently exceeds guest expectations and brand standards.

The General Manager will work closely with ownership, Marriott International, local stakeholders, and the Mainsail leadership team to position the property as the preferred hotel and event destination in Central Georgia. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of a landmark property while leading a highly visible operation that serves both visitors and the Macon community.

The General Manager serves as a forward thinker change leader that is open to change, big or small, and believes that everyone can contribute to the future of the brand, while maintaining operational consistency and ensuring all decisions positively impact guests, associates, ownership, and the long-term success of the property.

About Marriott Macon City Center

The Macon Marriott City Center is a premier full-service hotel connected to the Macon Centreplex and convention facilities in the heart of Macon, Georgia. Featuring 220 guest rooms, extensive meeting and event space, full-service food and beverage offerings, and a strong mix of corporate, association, government, university, sports, and social business, the hotel serves as a key hospitality asset for the region. The property is entering an exciting new chapter under the management of Mainsail Lodging & Development, a nationally recognized hospitality company known for creating exceptional guest experiences, developing high-performing teams, and delivering industry-leading results. The General Manager is responsible for preserving and elevating this unique identity while driving operational and financial success.

Essential Functions

Business Strategy Development

The General Manager remains informed of hospitality industry trends, market conditions, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities while evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the local marketplace. This includes identifying new revenue streams, guest experience enhancements, and strategic initiatives that maximize customer satisfaction, profitability, and market share.

The General Manager develops comprehensive business plans that align with Mainsail Lodging & Development, Marriott International, and Premium Portfolio brand objectives. These plans are translated into actionable strategies and measurable goals that drive operational excellence and long‑term success.

Business Strategy Execution

The General Manager implements and drives business plans designed to enhance guest satisfaction, increase profitability, strengthen market positioning, and create sustainable growth.

This includes ensuring all departments are aligned with the hotel's strategic goals while maintaining accountability for execution and results. The General Manager encourages innovation and calculates risk‑taking to improve guest experiences, operational efficiency, and financial performance while ensuring decisions positively impact the overall success of the property.

Ownership & Stakeholder Relations

Responsibilities include:

• Serving as the primary representative of the hotel to ownership and investors.
• Building long‑term trust and confidence through integrity, responsiveness, and execution.
• Providing timely and accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and business updates.
• Presenting strategic recommendations that support asset growth and long‑term value creation.
• Maintaining regular communication regarding hotel performance, market conditions, capital projects, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensuring ownership is informed, engaged, and confident in operational decisions.
• Leading quarterly business reviews and annual strategic planning sessions with ownership.
• Demonstrating stewardship of ownership investments through disciplined financial management and capital planning.
• Fostering collaborative relationships with Marriott, ownership groups, Mainsail leadership, and communit