General Manager - Springhill Suites 46Th Street

Pay Range: $120,000-$140,000 plus Bonus

M&R Hotel Management is currently looking for a General Manager for SpringHill Suites. This person will administer, direct, and control the operations of the Hotel. They will be accountable for achieving budgeted revenues/profits while maintaining the operational and service standards prescribed by M&R Hotel Management

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• If available, trains associates in the various departments how to perform their job duties to the best of their abilities while in accordance with established objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Keep "open communication" between managers and associates.
• Has full knowledge and understanding of our company's handbook, SOP's and processes; Adheres to and enforces those in a fair and consistent manner.
• Strict adherence and enforcement of our code of business conduct. Provides disciplinary action when, and/or, if necessary.
• Provides associates with the tools they need to perform their jobs. Takes immediate action on problems that are encountered in the Hotel.
• Participates in and conducts Weekly Leadership Team meetings, property MOD program, and weekly staff meetings. Promote teamwork and associate morale.
• Ensures the proper recruiting, interviewing, screening, reference checking, and hiring procedures are followed.
• Ensures accurate records of necessary federal, state, and local reports as required by the applicable laws, franchise SOPs, and M&R SOPs.
• Ensures accurate records and reports all OSHA information required by law.
• Responsible for generating annual hotel budget and monitors period profit and loss statement. Monitors department salary and hourly wage structure.
• Interviews and hires new personnel as the last interview in the process. Evaluates assigned staff performance on a ninety-day, and annual basis.
• Conducts self to reflect the high standards of professionalism within the M&R Hotel Management. Learns understands and refers to the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures Follow safety and security procedures and rules.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures.
• Project enthusiastic, optimistic, and helpful attitude.
• Assist other Leadership Team members and/or managers when needed.
• Each associate will be required to follow the rules as found in the M&R Hotel Management Handbook.
• Monitor service trends by speaking with guests and reviewing written guest comment cards and guest tracking information to ensure brand and M&R Hotel Management service standards are achieved.
• Resolve all service issues via written communication or phone calls to the complete satisfaction of hotel customers.
• Recognize associates for demonstrating outstanding service initiative with guests and fellow associates. Ensures Manager follows up on billing problems.
• Understand competitive market conditions and communicate this information with the Director of Sales and Revenue
• Participate in developing the hotel's direct sales plan/pricing strategy. Ensure group-meeting arrangements are completed and executed.
• Investigate lost or turndown business.
• Represent the hotel in the market and develop relationships with key accounts. Review inventory control and selling strategy daily.
• Oversee comp rooms and charity donations inquiries. Ensure budgeted revenues and profits are achieved. Ensure accounting policies are in place.
• Perform hands-on duties as needed to deliver guest services.
• Ensure meal service meets proper food handling sanitation requirements.
• Responsible for sanitation standards via monthly inspections of guest rooms, public areas, grounds, storage/work areas, and all kitchen areas.
• Ensure that preventative maintenance programs are completed on schedule and meet brand and M&R Hotel Management quality standards.
• Responsible for management systems - i.e. accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and restaurant micros system.
• Assist Chief Engineer by planning redo projects; determine the recommended scope for work outside of the general redo; resolve redo-related problems with Chief Engineer.
• Assist in the development of requests and budgets for CAPEX; complete MSR's; ensure CAPEX projects have proper authorization.
• Review invoices for major projects; resolve problems as necessary.
• Solicit and review bids for improvement projects; secure approval of funds.
• Work to resolve legal issues related to the standard warranty process for building damage.
• Each associate will be required to follow the rules as found in the M&R Employee Handbook Perform other duties as assigned by management, of which employee is capable of performing*

Job Requirements:

• 5+ years experience as a General Manager required
• Bachelor's degree in Hotel Administration, Business Administration, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Mariott Brand experience is required
• NYC Market experience is highly preferred.
• FSD Certification highly preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English.
• This job requires the ability to perform the following: Using a keyboard to generate correspondence, reports, etc.; carrying, lifting pushing, and/or pulling items weighing up to 50 pounds, frequently standing up and moving about the facility.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others; demonstrated ability to interact with guests, employees, and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand, and the Company.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork and management reports, interpreting results, giving and receiving instructions, and training.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently.
• Problem-solving, reasoning, motivation, organizational and training abilities are used often.