Greywalls Hotel & Chez Roux Restaurant is a historic Arts & Crafts country house hotel overlooking the world-famous Muirfield Golf Course, just 30 minutes from Edinburgh. Designed in 1901 by Sir Edwin Lutyens, the property sits within six acres of enchanting walled gardens, offering an intimate and timeless retreat for golfers, garden lovers, and guests seeking refined Scottish hospitality. As we prepare for an exciting major refurbishment at the end of 2026, we are seeking an exceptional Hotel General Manager to lead Greywalls into its next chapter while honouring its rich heritage and longstanding reputation for excellence. About the Role As General Manager, you will be the driving force behind all hotel operations, guest experience, people leadership and commercial delivery. You will lead a passionate team, uphold the standards of our Chez Roux restaurant, and ensure Greywalls continues to embody understated luxury, warmth, and authenticity. Alongside day-to-day leadership, the successful candidate will play a critical role in our upcoming refurbishment project, working closely with ownership, contractors, and the wider Schulte Hpstpitality support teams to ensure seamless planning, communication and operational continuity. What You’ll Lead Operational Excellence Oversee all hotel, F&B, housekeeping, front-of-house, and garden operations to deliver a consistently exceptional guest experience. Ensure Chez Roux Restaurant standards remain aligned with the Roux legacy of fine dining and service excellence. Maintain the property’s unique character while enhancing operational efficiency. People Leadership Inspire and develop a high-performing team aligned to our REACH People Values : Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Cooperation, Honesty. Build a culture of warmth, professionalism, and genuine Scottish hospitality. Lead recruitment, training, performance management, and succession planning. Commercial & Financial Management Drive revenue, profitability, and cost control across rooms, F&B, and events. Manage budgets, forecasts, reporting, and rate strategies in partnership with central support functions. Strengthen relationships with local partners, golf clubs, and luxury travel networks. Refurbishment & Project Leadership Act as the operational lead for the upcoming major hotel refurbishment (late 2026). Support design discussions, project timelines, room/restaurant planning, and operational resilience during phased works. Ensure the hotel’s heritage is preserved while elevating guest experience and commercial potential. What We’re Looking For An experienced, confident, and emotionally intelligent leader who thrives in a luxury environment and embraces both tradition and change. You will have: Proven experience as a General Manager or senior hotel leader in a luxury boutique or country house setting. Strong exposure to refurbishments, openings, or project management. A passion for exceptional guest service and meticulous attention to detail. Commercial acumen with a track record of improving financial performance. A collaborative leadership style grounded in care, trust, and accountability. The ability to represent Greywalls with prestige and authenticity to guests, partners, and the wider community. What We Offer A unique opportunity to lead one of Scotland’s most charming and historic small hotels. Competitive salary and bonus structure. Company benefits including staff rates, wellness and rewards platform, and Private Medical Cover. Being part of a supportive wider hotel group that invests in people, culture and excellence. How to Apply If you are inspired by heritage, hospitality and the opportunity to lead Greywalls into its next era, we’d love to hear from you.