Hotel General Manager

marriott dual brand fairfield inntowneplace suitesGulfport, MSDirector L8

$80,000.00 per year

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Lead the opening of something exceptional. We are seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead the successful opening and ongoing operations of a dual-branded Fairfield Inn & TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Waveland, Mississippi. This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of a new hotel from pre-opening through stabilization—building your team, shaping the culture, and delivering outstanding guest experiences from day one.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead all aspects of hotel operations, including Rooms, Housekeeping, Maintenance, and Sales
  • Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing opening team
  • Drive revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction
  • Ensure brand standards and operational excellence across both Marriott flags
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance
  • Build strong relationships within the local community and market
  • Deliver exceptional guest service and maintain top-tier online reputation scores
Qualifications:
  • Previous General Manager experience in a Marriott or comparable branded hotel required
  • Dual-brand experience strongly preferred
  • Proven success in hotel openings, turnarounds, or high-performance operations
  • Strong financial acumen and revenue management understanding
  • Leadership style that builds accountability, engagement, and team culture
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Why This Opportunity?
  • Lead a brand-new, dual-branded Marriott property
  • High visibility role with ownership and leadership impact
  • Opportunity to build your own team and culture from the ground upCompetitive compensation package + performance incentives
  • Growth potential within an expanding hospitality organization
  • About the Property
  • This dual-branded hotel combines the reliability of Fairfield Inn with the extended-stay flexibility of TownePlace Suites, offering a modern guest experience in the growing Waveland market.
  • Apply TodayIf you're ready to lead an opening, build a winning team, and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.
  • Take the lead. Build the team. Set the standard.
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off

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