The Capitol Hotel Hartford, Ascend Hotel Collection is looking for the right, dynamic, results-oriented General Manager for our 96-guest room hotel located in downtown Hartford.

The primary responsibility of the General Manager is to manage the daily operations of the hotel, with the ability to lead and execute the brand and company strategies. The candidate must have a thorough understanding of building and overseeing the sales process and HR policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience as General Manager of a nationally branded, select-service hotel, preferably in the local market.

Leads and manages hotel operations

· Approves hotel department budgets, defining and directing changes, as required. Facilitates the preparation of hotel budgets and forecasts for corporate submission and approvals.

· Reviews forecasts. Directs hotel actions required to maximize profitability, increasing service levels and compliance with Hotel and Corporate policies and procedures and Brand Standards.

· Oversees the Sales and Marketing activity and results. Leads and/or participates in sales and marketing strategy meetings. Participates in the efforts to secure business, as needed.

· Leads executive committee/department heads to ensure overall profit, service, and team member satisfaction goals are met or exceeded.

· Speaks with and responds to guests regarding service challenges.

· Facilitates hotel meetings.

Management

· Hires, supervises, coaches, disciplines, and conducts performance evaluations for department heads and key personnel.

· Develops the skills and abilities of direct reports.

· Monitors high potential department heads and team member activity and ensures their growth within the company.

Corporate Communication and Owner Relations

· Communication with hotel owners regarding results and aligning strategic plans for the future development of their hotel.

· Communicates with a variety of corporate departments regarding implementing standards, procedures and policies. Provides feedback on companywide initiatives.

The General Manager reports to the Executive Vice President

What We Offer

• We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance to our team members
• Paid Time Off
• Incentive-based bonuses
• We promote career growth opportunities

Requirements:

The right candidate must have at least 3 years of GM experience in the hospitality industry and knowledge of hotel operations, sales and marketing, food and beverage, and HR. Proven ability to recruit, motivate and train a team of professionals. Candidates must have experience in the local or neighboring market, preferably with the Ascend brand or similar background.

Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this ad. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.'
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Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hartford, CT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Hotel management: 3 years (Preferred)
• Hospitality: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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