Hotel General Manager Exciting New Opening in Dublin City Centre About the Role Red D is delighted to partner with our client to recruit a highly skilled and experienced Hotel General Manager for an exceptional new property set to open in Dublin city centre.
This hotel will offer a blend of luxury, comfort, and outstanding service to cater to both business and leisure guests.
This is a unique opportunity to lead the setup and launch of a high-profile hotel.
The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of the pre-opening process and ongoing operations, delivering exceptional guest experiences and achieving operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities Pre-Opening Phase Lead the pre-opening process, coordinating with contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure readiness for launch.
Set up operational departments, including front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, and maintenance.
Collaborate with HR to recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team capable of delivering world-class service.
Establish operational procedures, service standards, and health and safety protocols.
Work with the marketing team to create and execute a launch strategy.
Implement essential software and management tools for efficient hotel operations.
Post-Opening Phase Oversee all day-to-day operations of the hotel, ensuring seamless functionality across all departments.
Develop and execute strategies to drive occupancy, revenue, and guest satisfaction.
Analyse business performance and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
Manage budgets and financial performance, ensuring profitability without compromising quality.
Lead, train, and inspire a dedicated team to exceed guest expectations.
Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Build strong relationships with guests, fostering loyalty and positive reviews.
What Were Looking For Proven experience as a Hotel General Manager or in a senior hospitality management role.
A track record of successful pre-opening and /or operational leadership in the hospitality industry.
Strong financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and driving profitability.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Proficiency in hotel management software and industry best practices.
A passion for creating outstanding guest experiences.
Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays.
Previous experience in opening a new hotel is an advantage.
What's on Offer Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
A rare opportunity to lead the launch of a high-profile new property.
A supportive and collaborative work environment.
Career development opportunities in a growing organisation.
Employee benefits and discounts.
If youre an accomplished General Manager / Hotel Manager ready to shape the future of an exciting new property in Dublin city centre, wed love to hear from you.
Skills: Hotel management Financial