General Manager Relais & Châteaux

The position reports to a management company and is responsible for the complete day to day operations of the property including planning, organizing, directing, and managing all departments under his/her jurisdiction. The position requires a high-energy, enthusiastic individual who has an eye for detail. Especially critical to the position is the ability to focus on providing excellence in guest delivery systems and customer service, maintaining the unparalleled level of quality and service that is expected at this truly unique establishment.
The General Manager will coach and lead his/her team with a genuine can do attitude. He/she is proactive and will nurture and build effective teams, actively contributing to the selection, training and retention of high caliber personnel at all levels. The selected individual will maintain a high profile with guests and be able to translate their needs and expectations to the owners to ensure ultimate guest satisfaction.

Compensation will be made attractive to the right individual and will include a competitive base salary, bonus and many other benefits associated with an appointment of this stature.

This position represents the opportunity to join a wonderful new and highly regarded property in a capacity that will have high visibility and great impact on the future position and profitability of the property.

The candidate is a business-focused, entrepreneurial, and proactive hotelier with demonstrated success in deluxe hotel/resort operations. He/she has a proven record in delivering the highest standards of service and product excellence while at the same time focusing on bottom line results. Equally important is an understanding of building a business and brand - understanding the importance of sales, marketing, public relations, and revenue management.

The General Manager is a highly visible leader who demonstrates his/her commitment to running a quality operation, not only through personal style but through his/her managerial leadership and personal involvement daily. He/she can interact effectively and regularly with owners, guests and staff of all levels and cultures, thus an unpretentious degree of sophistication, combined with diplomacy and excellent communication and social skills are required. The individual is a team leader, a team player, and a team builder, and has the motivation and enthusiasm to incite and guide others. He/she possesses integrity, discipline, and a great sense of loyalty to the organization.

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Philippe Gombert
Président, Relais & Châteaux