General Manager - Luxury Self catering Accommodation
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Darlington, County Durham |
| Area | County Durham, England |
| Sector | Hotel Management |
| Salary | Up to £38000 per annum + plus amazing benefits |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | LR-11254_1772626819 |
| Employer | Leisure |
- Description
Role: General Manager - Luxury Self-Catering Lodges
Location: Yorkshire Dales
Salary: Circa £38,000 per year -Benefits include company pension, employee discount and health & wellbeing programme
This role would suit a hotel-based General Manager seeking greater autonomy, closer relationships with property owners and the opportunity to run a business without the constraints of a large corporate structure.We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of a small collection of luxury, self-catering lodges in a truly stunning countryside setting . This is a rare opportunity to run a high-end, privately owned & rental lodge business delivering a true home-from-home experience to discerning guests.
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The Role
This is a challenging and rewarding position for a resilient, commercially minded leader who thrives in a semi-rural environment and enjoys full accountability for site performance.This is a fully accountable role where you will take ownership of operations, housekeeping standards, Health & Safety compliance, budgeting and payroll control, while delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will also liaise closely with private lodge owners, ensuring their properties are professionally managed and commercially successful.
You'll lead and inspire a small team, drive high-end service standards, build strong relationships within the local community and ensure the site operates efficiently and profitably.
About You
* Experienced Hotel General Manager or Senior Hotel Leader ready for a new challenge within a high-end, boutique-style accommodation business.
* This role would suit a hotel-based General Manager seeking greater autonomy, closer relationships with property owners, and the opportunity to run a business without the constraints of a large corporate structure.
* Strong financial and commercial acumen
* Hands-on, resilient and confident making autonomous decisions
* Passionate about guest satisfaction and high standards
* Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships with guests, homeowners, colleagues and local businesses
Please note: This role requires you to live locally, as no on-site accommodation is available.
If you are a strong operator who thrives on accountability, takes pride in standards and enjoys running a profitable luxury business in an exceptional countryside location, we would love to hear from you.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
