Hotel Manager (Live-In) – Full Time
Job Title: Hotel Manager (Live-In)
Location: Blackpool
Live-in accommodation provided on site
Hours: Full Time, 5 days out of 7 (including regular weekend working)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, proactive and hands-on Hotel Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our successful hospitality business comprising a 17-bedroom hotel and 3 long-term rental apartments.
Due to our location, the hotel experiences significant seasonal fluctuations, with busy peak periods and quieter off-season trading. As such, we are looking for a commercially minded manager who can not only maintain exceptional guest service standards but actively drive occupancy, revenue and profitability throughout the year.
This is a live-in role requiring a flexible and committed individual who will take full ownership of the operation, lead by example and ensure the smooth running of all aspects of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the overall day-to-day running of the hotel and rental apartments.
- Ensure exceptional guest experiences and high standards of customer service at all times.
- Manage hotel operations including reception, housekeeping, maintenance and guest relations.
- Lead, motivate and support staff to deliver excellent service standards.
- Monitor occupancy levels and implement strategies to maximise revenue throughout the year.
- Develop and execute sales and marketing initiatives to increase bookings, particularly during quieter trading periods.
- Manage online booking channels and maintain strong review scores across hospitality platforms.
- Oversee budgets, financial performance, stock control and purchasing.
- Analyse profit margins, room revenue, costs and expenditure to improve overall profitability.
- Ensure compliance with all health & safety, licensing and hospitality regulations.
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate cost-effective contracts where appropriate.
- Deal with guest enquiries, complaints and operational issues in a professional and timely manner.
- Take a hands-on approach across all areas of the business when required.
About You
- An experienced Hotel Manager, General Manager or Hospitality Manager.
- Commercially aware with strong financial and business acumen.
- Confident managing budgets, profit margins, cost controls and revenue streams.
- Proactive in identifying opportunities to increase occupancy and sales.
- A natural leader with excellent people management skills.
- Customer focused with a passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences.
- Flexible and adaptable to the demands of a seasonal hospitality business.
- Organised, self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Comfortable taking a hands-on approach and supporting all operational areas when needed.
Benefits
- Live-in accommodation provided.
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on the growth and success of the business.
- Autonomy to implement ideas and drive revenue.
- Long-term stable position within an established hospitality operation.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious hospitality professional seeking a varied and rewarding management role with full responsibility for the successful operation of a busy hotel and apartment business.
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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