What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager - Vacation Homes position at Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc?
A growing luxury vacation rental company is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee all daily operations across its expanding portfolio of high-end homes in the Snowmass market. This role leads Guest Services, Housekeeping, and Maintenance while ensuring exceptional experiences for both guests and homeowners. The General Manager serves as the senior operational leader, working closely with the owner to align strategic priorities, drive portfolio growth, and elevate service excellence in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This is a hands-on leadership role with broad responsibility across team management, property operations, financial performance, and owner relations.
Compensation & Benefits: $160,000 – $165,000 base ~$20,000 annual bonus (OTE ~$200K), medical/dental/vision benefits, PTO, flexible workplace perks, and relocation assistance (approximately $5,000; flexible based on individual needs).
Must-Haves
- Direct vacation rental experience (condo-hotel or independent properties preferred).
- Entrepreneurial, hands-on leadership style; able to operate without the structure of a large hotel brand.
- Proven operational, planning, and team-building skills.
- Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze financial documents and maximize profitability.
- Understanding of revenue management concepts and yield optimization.
- Track record of driving growth within a vacation rental or boutique hospitality environment.
- Guest- and owner-experience focused, with excellent communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all day-to-day operations, including Guest Services, Housekeeping, and Maintenance.
- Serve as the primary liaison with homeowners, fostering trust, transparency, and long-term retention.
- Partner closely with the owner to drive strategic initiatives, expansion efforts, and portfolio growth goals (40 homes today; targeting 60 ).
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performance team, ensuring accountability, engagement, and operational consistency.
- Ensure exceptional guest experience and uphold brand standards across all properties.
- Provide financial oversight, including budgeting, forecasting, and identifying opportunities to increase revenue and owner returns.
- Support revenue management efforts, including pricing strategies and occupancy optimization.
- Ensure property readiness, quality standards, and compliance with local regulations and safety requirements.
- Problem-solve operational challenges with creativity, urgency, and sound judgment.
If you are a strategic, resourceful hospitality leader who thrives in an entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact with a growing luxury brand in one of the most iconic destinations in the world. Apply today to take the next step in your hospitality leadership career.
Salary : $160,000 - $165,000