5+ years of General Manager experience in luxury or lifestyle hotels.
Proven success in managing upper-upscale or luxury properties in competitive markets.
Expertise in Rooms Division and Food & Beverage operations.
Strong grasp of luxury hospitality standards like Forbes Travel Guide.
Demonstrated ability to drive financial performance metrics like NOI and EBITDA.
In-depth knowledge of New York City hospitality dynamics, including compliance and labor relations.
Previous experience in union leadership is essential.
Exceptional leadership presence and ability to inspire teams and trust among stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Establish a culture of luxury service excellence for guest interactions.
Safeguard brand standards while reflecting the unique culture of NYC.
Curate exceptional service experiences to enhance guest loyalty.
Maintain high standards of quality and service delivery across the hotel.
Lead all operational functions to ensure a seamless guest experience.
Drive hotel performance through effective revenue and profitability management.
Collaborate with key departments to optimize market share and pricing strategy.
Benefits
Opportunities for career development and progression.
Access to a network of luxury travel partners and cultural institutions.
Fostering a workplace culture emphasizing integrity and mentorship.
Employee engagement programs and support for professional growth.
Commitment to sustainability and wellness initiatives.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Operational Excellence & Brand Integrity
Establish and sustain a culture of Forbes-caliber luxury service excellence, ensuring every guest interaction is delivered with grace, precision, warmth, and authenticity.
Serve as the guardian of the NH Collection and Minor Hotels brand standards while creating a distinctive sense of place that reflects the energy, culture, and sophistication of New York City.
Curate exceptional guest journeys, service rituals, and operational experiences that elevate the property's luxury positioning and drive guest loyalty.
Maintain exceptional standards of quality, cleanliness, product maintenance, and service delivery throughout all areas of the hotel.
Lead all operational disciplines to ensure seamless execution and a consistently elevated guest experience.
Commercial & Financial Leadership
Drive hotel performance through disciplined management of revenue, profitability, NOI, EBITDA flow-through, and long-term asset value enhancement.
Partner closely with Revenue Management, Sales, Marketing, and Operations leaders to maximize market share, optimize pricing strategy, and strengthen the hotel's position within the luxury hospitality segment.
Develop strategies to attract and retain a strong mix of domestic and international travelers while leveraging the strength of the NH Collection global customer base.
Analyze financial and operational performance data to identify opportunities and implement initiatives that improve profitability and operational efficiency.
Provide transparent communication, thoughtful reporting, and strategic recommendations to ownership, asset management, and brand stakeholders.
Build credibility with sophisticated ownership and asset management partners, confidently challenging assumptions and recommending alternate strategies when appropriate.
Operate as a commercially minded leader who understands how guest experience, luxury positioning, pricing strategy, and profitability work together to drive long-term asset value.
People & Culture
Recruit, inspire, develop, and retain a world-class team while fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Instill pride, refinement, and service excellence at every level of the organization.
Foster an environment of integrity, mentorship, and empowerment where associates embrace anticipatory luxury service.
Create collaborative synergy across operations, food and beverage, commercial disciplines, and guest experience teams.
Effectively lead within a union environment while building trust, transparency, and productive relationships with associates and labor representatives.
Partner closely with Human Resources to support associate engagement, succession planning, talent development, and compliance initiatives.
Guest & Community Engagement
Serve as the ambassador of the hotel, representing the property within the local community and luxury hospitality marketplace.
Cultivate relationships with cultural institutions, luxury travel partners, tastemakers, community leaders, and key business stakeholders.
Position the hotel as a sophisticated destination for travelers seeking authentic and elevated New York City experiences.
Ensure guests receive highly personalized service experiences that celebrate both the hotel's identity and the authenticity of its surroundings.
Champion sustainability, wellness, and contemporary luxury initiatives that align with the evolving expectations of global travelers.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of General Manager experience within a luxury hotel, lifestyle hotel, or flagship urban hospitality environment.
Proven success leading upper-upscale or luxury properties in highly competitive gateway markets.
Demonstrated expertise overseeing both Rooms Division and Food & Beverage operations.
Strong understanding of luxury hospitality standards, including Forbes Travel Guide and LQA service expectations.
Deep knowledge of the New York City hospitality market, including labor relations, compliance requirements, and competitive dynamics.
Previous union leadership experience required.
Exceptional leadership presence with the ability to inspire associates, engage ownership groups, and build trust with discerning guests.
Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, revenue management, and asset stewardship.
Ability to create and execute immersive guest experiences and experiential programming that strengthen market positioning.
Proven ability to lead organizational and performance transformation, creating clarity, accountability, and momentum across teams.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate effectively within a global brand framework while identifying opportunities, challenging convention, and moving quickly from strategy to execution.
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
