Hotel Manager - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Paid parental leave

Caregiving concierge services

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Generous PTO

Health & welfare benefits

Financial security for your future

Job summary

Hilton in Santa Barbara seeks a Property/Hotel Manager to oversee day-to-day operations and deliver outstanding guest experiences. You will lead the team, drive profitability, and ensure brand standards across all departments to maintain Hilton’s hospitality excellence.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a passion for service, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality or related field.
• Proven 5+ years in hotel operations or management.
• Strong leadership and financial acumen.
• Excellent communication and guest-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hotel operations and overall property performance.
• Act as General Manager delegate and lead in GM's absence.
• Drive profitability, efficiency, and service excellence to boost guest and team satisfaction.
• Partner with commercial and finance leadership to maximize sales and financial control.
• Implement daily quality assurance aligned with brand standards.
• Communicate with hotel owners and corporate leadership on strategy.

Skills

Operations management

Guest service excellence

Team leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality

Tools

PMS software

Excel

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with YouPicture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a

Job DescriptionExceptional Hospitality Starts with YouPicture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Hotel Manager, you’re not just overseeing day-to-day hotel operations – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

ResponsibilitiesHere's what you'll do during a typical day:

• Manage hotel operations: Oversee the overall functioning of the property, with direct oversight of operational performance.
• Act as the General Manager delegate: Assume full operational leadership responsibilities in the absence of the General Manager
• Maximize performance and satisfaction: Drive operational efficiency, profitability, and service excellence to ensure a high level of guest and team member satisfaction. Partner with commercial and finance leadership to maximize sales opportunities and financial control
• Oversee quality and service initiatives: Implement and manage daily quality assurance processes to enhance the guest experience and ensure alignment with brand standards
• Communicate with key stakeholders: Partner with hotel owners and corporate leadership to align business goals and operational strategy
• Inspire and develop the team: Supervise and support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching, and foster a positive and productive work environment

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the StayAt Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace CultureAt Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

About The Team

How We'll Help You Thrive

BenefitsAt Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.