What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hotel General Manager position at Lucky Find Hospitality™?
Lucky Find Hospitality is seeking a General Manager for our 48-key beachfront, luxury-lifestyle hotel in Venice Beach, CA!
- Hotel is currently in the final stages of construction
- 4-star quality of product & caliber of service
- 48 Rooms & Suites Guest Restaurant Rooftop Bar/lounge
- Role will transition from pre-opening Project Management into a Hotel Operations role
- Hotel has a direct beachfront / boardwalk location with ocean views
- Restaurant & Rooftop are guest-only facilities (not open to the public), so predictable demand levels & easy to manage
- Ideal start date: January 1, 2026
Company Description
Lucky Find Hospitality™ is a globally recognized ultra-boutique hospitality development, ownership, and management company. We specialize in acquiring, developing, and operating high-yield sub-60-key hotels, resorts, and glampsites throughout the United States, LATAM, UK, and Europe. Based in San Diego, California, and London, UK, we have a proven track record of successful projects and strong capital partnerships. Our diverse expertise spans traditional and ultra-boutique hospitality sectors, including site selection, conceptual design, construction, pre-opening management, and operations management.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Hotel General Manager to help with pre-opening efforts, opening operations and full-time management. This hotel is located on the boardwalk in Venice Beach, Los Angeles, CA. The Manager will oversee the pre-opening phases of development and ensure a seamless transition to full operations. Responsibilities include project management, coordinating with various vendors, contractors and teams, procurement, staff recruitment and training, and setting up operational procedures, as well as organizing, tracking, planning and budgeting throughout each phase leading to opening and regular hotel operations.
Qualifications
- Strong Communication and Customer Service skills
- Experience in Hotel Operations
- Knowledge of Food & Beverage operations
- Proven project management experience in hospitality pre-opening projects
- Proven Hotel General Manager experience at similar-sized/styled properties
- Hotel Financial Management & Budgeting experience
- Strong administrative skills & highly organized
- Ability to work on-site in Venice Beach, CA
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field
- Proven track record in luxury boutique hospitality properties.