Company DescriptionA new opportunity has arisen at our ibis London Luton Airport hotel for a General Manager. Part of the Leopard Hotel portfolio, this hotel has 162 rooms and is located in a prime spot, 10 minutes away from Luton Town Centre and a few minutes walk from the airport itself.Due to the fantastic location, guests of this hotel come and visit for business and leisure, so the General Manager will get to lead this property and manage its varying guest needs and expectations.If you are a passionate, commercial and forward thinking General Manager who will be able to lead a diverse, multi-skilled and hands on team, then this role might be for you.Job DescriptionGeneral ManagerBe an ambassador of the brand and the property as General Manager, where your leadership, strong interpersonal skills and strategic vision will drive an engaged team, guest satisfaction and maximized operating results. You will bring your strong commercial and business acumen, and tenacity to drive the top line to exceed targets, and to position the property in the (luxury, premium, midscale, economy) marketplace.You Will Be Responsible ForLeading the overall management and strategic direction of the property and support all departments in the achievement of operational targetsMaximizing the property in terms of profit and management of financialsEnsuring full compliance with operating controls and legislation in all areas of the businessBeing actively involved in the recruitment process of positions within the property to select the best fitChampioning employee engagement and promote a collaborative and inclusive environment where all employees are encouraged to work togetherDeveloping relationships within the local communityMaintaining product and service quality standards to exceed guest expectationsPromoting the brand and ensure all brand essentials and standards are in place and executed consistently.QualificationsYour experience and skills include:Previous experience in a leadership role within a similar hotel brand or businessPassionate to grow and develop self and othersStrong collaborator with ability to build relationshipsStrategic, creative and able to communicate effectivelyA proven leader who is able to inspire othersStrong business acumen and demonstrated success in driving the commercial performance of the business and delivering on KPIs.
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