General Manager

General Manager | Brand-New Oceanfront Hampton Inn & Suites

Location: North Myrtle Beach (Cherry Grove), SC

Target Start Date: November 2026 | Hotel Opening: June 2027

Are you an experienced hotel executive ready to build a premier beachfront property from the ground up? Strand Hospitality is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead the grand opening and ongoing operations of the brand-new, oceanfront Hampton Inn & Suites Cherry Grove.

We are seeking an experienced hotel leader who understands that exceptional hospitality and strong financial performance go hand in hand — someone who can build a team, own the P&L, create an outstanding guest experience, and lead through Strand's Core Values.

Starting in November 2026, you will partner directly with Strand leadership to drive the pre-opening strategy, recruit and develop a high-performing team, and establish this property as a market-leading hotel and a premier destination the Grand Strand.

Why Join Strand Hospitality?

We offer competitive compensation alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life and career:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options at competitive rates, plus company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D coverage (with optional supplemental coverage).
• Financial Growth: 401(k) with up to a 4% company match.
• Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.
• Perks & Savings: Exclusive travel discounts across worldwide hotel networks, theme parks, Broadway shows, and entertainment.

Key Responsibilities

As General Manager, you will hold ultimate accountability for operations, financial strategy, sales leadership, culture, and guest experience:

• Pre-Opening & Launch: Collaborate with above-property leadership and stakeholders to navigate final construction phases, FF&E, staffing, and pre-opening sales strategies for a successful June 2027 launch.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations across all departments—including Housekeeping, Maintenance, Front Desk, and Food & Beverage—ensuring strict alignment with Hilton brand standards.
• Financial Leadership & P&L Ownership: Own the hotel's financial performance and P&L. Develop and execute annual budgets and forecasts; understand and respond to variances; manage labor and operating expenses; and drive revenue, profitability, and flow-through. Use financial and operating data to make timely business decisions while protecting the guest experience.
• Team Leadership & Retention: Foster a high-energy, inclusive workplace culture rooted in continuous learning. Provide actionable feedback, maintain an open-door policy, and champion staff development.
• Values Based Leadership: Model Strand Hospitality's Core Values in daily decisions and interactions. Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, service, respect, adaptability, and dedication — and expect the leadership team to do the same.
• Guest Experience & Quality: Lead from the front to deliver exceptional service ratings, proactively addressing guest feedback and maintaining flawless internal and brand quality audits.
• Community Ambassadorship: Serve as the face of the hotel within the local business community (Chamber of Commerce, Rotary, local tourism boards).

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Management Scale: Proven experience as an exempt-level hotel manager at a property generating $7M in annual revenue
• Experience: 10 years of progressive leadership roles within hotel management
• Brand & Location: Hilton brand experience, resort/oceanfront hotel management, and Food & Beverage operations experience
• Licensure: Must hold or obtain a valid driver's license, reliable insured vehicle, and satisfactory driving record.

Core Competencies: Exemplary Leadership, Financial Acumen, Guest Satisfaction Focus, Strategic Decision-Making, and Positive Employee Relations.

Living Our Values

Our leaders embody the Strand Core Values to build prosperous, lasting relationships with guests, team members, and owners alike:

Strand Hospitality Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, or any other protected class.