What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Hotel General Manager position at Astute Hospitality Partners?
Mandatory Requirement β Read Before Applying:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an IHG hotel property is STRICTLY REQUIRED (Front Office Manager, Executive Housekeeper, or Assistant General Manager level preferred).
- Candidates without a minimum of 3 years of IHG property experience will not be considered. This requirement is non-negotiable.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented Assistant General Manager (AGM) to support the leadership team at our limited-service property. In this role, you will work hand-in-hand with the General Manager to oversee daily operations, manage department heads, and ensure full compliance with IHG brand standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can seamlessly transition between administrative duties and supporting the front lines to deliver exceptional guest experiences.Duties & Responsibilities
- Daily Operations: Directly supervise front desk, housekeeping, and maintenance teams to ensure peak operational efficiency in a limited-service environment.
- IHG Brand Quality: Execute and monitor IHG brand standards, ensuring the property passes all quality assurance audits and guest service metrics.
- Team Leadership: Support HR functions including interviewing, onboarding, training, and scheduling staff, while maintaining high team morale.
- Financial Support: Assist the General Manager with budgeting, inventory management, cost controls, and reconciling daily financial reports.
- Guest Service Excellence: Act as the primary point of escalation for guest concerns, proactively driving guest satisfaction and managing online review responses.
- Frontline Coverage: Actively manage front desk operations during peak arrival times, handle guest inquiries with professional phone etiquette, and provide fallback support for night audit procedures.
- Property Safety: Maintain strict adherence to local health and safety codes, property security protocols, and corporate policies.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of management or supervisory experience within the IHG brand portfolio (e.g., Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites) is mandatory.
- Operations Knowledge: Strong operational background in rooms division, front office, or housekeeping within a limited-service hotel structure.
- Systems Proficiency: Direct, hands-on experience using IHG property management systems (PMS) and clear familiarity with night audit processes.
- Leadership Style: A motivating, visible leader who enjoys coaching staff and working alongside the team on the floor.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, paired with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Languages: Bilingual or multilingual capabilities are highly advantageous.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus potential.
- IHG employee travel discounts worldwide.
- Paid time off and career advancement pathways.
Work Location: In person
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000