General Manager

General Manager - Lifestyle Hotel & Restaurant, Worth, Deal

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinkingGeneral Managerto lead a standout lifestyle hotel and restaurant in Worth, Kent. A uniquely exciting opportunity to manage this exquisite, refurbished boutique venue. A chance to make your mark on a property that blends stunning design, local culture, and exceptional guest experiences into something truly unforgettable.

As the face of The Blue Pigeons, you will inspire and empower a talented team, drive commercial success, and bring innovative ideas to for exceptional levels of service, creating an experience too good not to share!

The Blue Pigeons, a privately owned hotel and restaurant offering a unique memorable experience unparalleled in the local area. It is comprised of eight stunning bedrooms, a versatile restaurant space serving upwards of 55 covers, piano lounge bar and an acre of gardens with alfresco dining and a garden bar.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of hotel operations, ensuring excellence in guest service, brand standards, and operational efficiency
• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability
• Drive commercial performance through strategic planning, budgeting, and revenue management
• Drive outstanding guest experience, ensuring high attention levels, efficient service and professional relationships creating a truly welcoming and valuable culture
• Operational Management: Overseeing all hotel operations, including front desk, housekeeping, and front of house services.
• Marketing and Sales: Developing and implementing marketing strategies to increase occupancy and revenue.
• Act as the hotels ambassador, cultivating strong relationships within the local community and with key stakeholders
• Event Management: Coordinating and managing events and functions held at the hotel
• Maintain full compliance with health, safety, and legal standards across all departments

What Youll Bring:

• Proven leadership experience within lifestyle, or branded hotels / restaurants
• A passion for curating memorable guest experiences and fostering a vibrant culture
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of exceeding performance targets
• An entrepreneurial mindset with a flair for trendsetting and community engagement
• The ability to lead by example, motivate teams, and champion innovation