General Manager - Extended Stay America Premier Suites Chandler AZ

General Manager - Extended Stay America Premier Suites Chandler AZ

Common Oaks Lodging a division of Concord Hospitality is seeking an experienced hotel leader to manage the soon to open Extended Stay America Premier Suites in Chandler AZ near Phoenix.

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

Oversees, directs and manages property operations of a single property to assure optimum performance and continual improvement in the Key Performance Indicators (GREAT, REACH, DANCE, DRIVE, FRESH, Making it Right, Stop the Leaks and Safewatch). Coordinates, directs and manages the staff and everyday hotel operations to achieve profitability, guest satisfaction and efficiency while maintaining standards set by the company assuring 100% guest satisfaction.

MAJOR / KEY JOB DUTIES

Ensure associates at the property are driving the Company initiatives (GREAT, REACH, DANCE, DRIVE, FRESH, Making it Right and Stop the Leaks)

Demonstrates and promotes a 100% commitment to providing the best possible experience for our guests and employees

Responsible for maximizing revenues and flow through to GOP to meet or exceed budgeted EBITDA

Manage labor standards and property level expenses to achieve maximum flow-through to the bottom-line profit

Monitors collection of in-house guest balances and direct bill receivables, commission payments by vendors, and issuance of refund checks

Participates and monitors monthly inventory of supplies and equipment. Ensures purchases made are within budget and by approved vendors

Works with the District Manager and Regional Director of Field Sales to manage all sales activities of the property and meet revenue objectives. Activities include setting goals, completing competitive surveys, taking reservations and compiling reports

Identifies and seeks out potential business in local market. Maintains relationships with local companies and key people to increase the company's visibility within the local market

Promotes 100% guest satisfaction throughout property. Instills the 100% guest satisfaction objective to supervisor and hourly associates

Ensures that all guest related issues are resolved in a manner consistent with the company's goals and objectives

Recruits qualified applicants. Trains employees in accordance with company standards

Communicates all policies and procedures to entire staff. Conducts regular meetings to provide various information including company communications, policy reviews, local property activities, goals, etc.

Inspects and documents repairs and cleanliness of property with PM to ensure optimum upkeep and repair, room cleanliness and overall property appearance

Work to build solid client relationships in the district and with managers and staff at each assigned hotel

Upholds and Enforces ESH and Common Oaks standards and policy compliance at the hotel level.

OTHER DUTIES

Adheres to federal, state and local laws employment related laws and regulations

Performs duties in all aspects of hotel operations whenever needed

Directly manages and supervises a total of 8 to 10 employees on the property. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit

Actively reviews and monitors the Social Media websites to ensure timely and appropriate responses to postings.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Wages
• Great working environment
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Medical Insurance after 7 days
• Dental Insurance after 7 days
• Vision Insurance after 7 days
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability
• Optional Employee Paid - Voluntary Benefits

• Short-Term Disability
• Buy-Up Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum three years related hospitality management experience required; 4-year degree highly preferred

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Basic knowledge of computers and software including ability to use e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheet software

Ability to organize multiple projects; manage and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Ability to manage and direct a staff to perform daily job tasks

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The employee is frequently required to travel within the local community. Infrequent travel from one city to another is required which may necessitate air travel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & COMPETENCIES

Ability to read and speak the English language and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Ability to write simple correspondence

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

Ability to effectively communicate professionally with guests, associates, supervisors, and others as required for optimum operation of the property

Conversational Spanish would be beneficial

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $69,000 per year

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift
• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Organized, detailed oriented and able to lead a winning team of passionate and service driven hospitality professionals.

Effective in hiring, mentoring and leading a team toward outstanding results.

Versed in sales activities as well as excellent customer service delivery.

A Resident Manager is a manager who lives on the hotel property. He/she is on-call any time of day or night and their purpose is to direct the smooth and profitable running of the hotel. Resident Managers are sometimes known as General Managers who live on-site. The ideal candidate will live on-site, ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction and efficient property performance. This dynamic role requires you to wear many hats to ensure both guests and the property are well cared for.

Salary $59,000 per year plus free room and utilities

This position can also be made a resident manager at a reduced salary.

Why Concord and Common Oaks Lodging: Concord Hospitality invests in its associates by providing training and development at all levels. Our "Associate First" culture supports and inspires personal development both within the workplace and beyond. Concord associates are what our company is built upon, and we strive to recognize them for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We value work life harmony, diversity, and it is our commitment to provide the best customer service and quality accommodations possible, in every market we exist.

If you are a leader and are looking for a growing, award-winning company to showcase your talents with, and are ready to lead an amazing brand in a great thriving location..we may be the perfect fit. Apply today!