Kissel Uptown Oakland Unbound Collection - General Manager

Evolution Hospitality; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Evolution Hospitality seeks a General Manager for Kissel Uptown Oakland to lead hotel operations, drive guest satisfaction, and maximize financial results while ensuring brand standards.

You will mentor the team, optimize systems, and cultivate relationships with owners and local partners to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of progressive hotel operations experience, or a 4-year degree with 4–5 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Money Maestro: boost revenue, cut costs, and keep finances in good shape.
• Sales Superstar: create sales plans, manage the budget, and secure major accounts.
• Systems Whiz: leverage reports and tools to drive fast, informed decisions.
• Guest Guru: resolve issues and ensure memorable five-star stays.
• Team Captain: coach, support, and build a winning team culture.
• People Connector: build relationships with owners and local partners.

Skills

Leadership

Revenue growth

Sales planning

Guest experience

Team building

Relationship building

Education

4-year college degree with 4-5 years related experience

2-year college degree with 5-6 years related experience

Job description

Join Our Team as a General Manager!

Ready to be the hero of hospitality? As our General Manager at Aimbridge, you’re at the heart of everything that makes our property shine! Your mission: lead the charge in operations, maximize financial results, and keep our service levels top-notch while making sure we always play by the rules. You’ll be a master of sales strategies, a wizard with budgets, and the go-to champion for creating unforgettable guest experiences. If you’ve got the leadership spark, a knack for systems, and a passion for delighting guests, step up and help us set new standards for hospitality!

Key Skills/Responsibilities

• Money Maestro: Boost revenue, cut costs, and keep our finances in tip-top shape—your savvy keeps us winning!
• Sales Superstar: Dream up sales plans, champion the budget, and connect with big accounts to keep our bookings booming.
• Systems Whiz: Rock those reports and tech tools to streamline the way we work and make smart choices fast.
• Guest Guru: Wow our guests every time—solve issues with a smile and turn every stay into a five-star memory.
• Team Captain: Inspire, support, and lead our crew—coaching with heart and building a winning team vibe.
• People Connector: Build awesome relationships with everyone from owners to community leaders—you’re our hotel’s ultimate ambassador!

Education & Experience

• At least 6 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, or a 4-year college degree with 4 to 5 years of related experience, or a 2-year college degree with 5 to 6 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license for the applicable state

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information

UNCOVER TIMELESS LUXURY IN UPTOWN OAKLAND To us, Oakland means innovation, adventure, and restless creativity. At Kissel Uptown Oakland, stay in the core of the city’s most vibrant district, Uptown, the center of an eclectic arts and entertainment scene. Our story and this hotel honor the city’s past by celebrating a thriving Oakland of the present. This restored and reimagined building embraces the neighborhood’s history and spirit with grand Beaux-Arts architecture—towering columns, locally-commissioned artworks, bold décor, and plentiful natural light. Here, guests are steps away from entertainment, shopping, dining and gathering spaces for the city’s ardent innovators, artists, and mavericks. We’re adjacent to the diverse restaurants and venues at The Hive, and a short walk from Art Deco landmarks like the Fox Theater. About Evolution Hospitality As the dedicated lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge, Evolution Hospitality creates distinct lifestyle experiences and drives performance throughout our curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. At Evolution Hospitality, our focus on equal parts culture and results is what determines who makes the cut to be a part of this talented group, both at the corporate office and in the field. Honesty and humility are just as important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. And it’s this magical combination of brilliant, caring individuals that makes Evolution Hospitality the world-class operation it is today.