AC Hotel Santa Clara - Dual General Manager - Quick Hire!

Evolution Hospitality, a dedicated lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge Hospitality, excels in creating distinct lifestyle experiences across a curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. Known for its world-class operations, the organization values honesty, humility, intellect, and ability, fostering a culture of continuous personal and professional growth among its team members. Evolution Hospitality's commitment to equal parts culture and results makes it a sought-after company that prioritizes employee development and delivers exceptional guest experiences. The AC San Jose-Santa Clara, an Evolution Hospitality managed property, offers a sophisticated oasis just five miles from San Jose International Airport and close to Silicon Valley's innovative companies. This LEED Silver Certified hotel features 188 guest rooms and suites across seven floors, two meeting rooms, media salons, and 5,000 square feet of outdoor gathering space including a swimming pool, outdoor fireplace, and lounge seating. The property blends Spanish roots with European soul, presenting an elegant design and modern essentials tailored for both business and leisure travelers. The Dual General Manager role is a high-level leadership position responsible for overseeing the operations of two hotels simultaneously, ensuring financial optimization, maintaining high service and product standards, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and brand requirements. This salaried, exempt position demands hands-on management with a strong emphasis on communication and leadership. The Dual General Manager will support their management teams and front line associates, lead operational initiatives such as sales planning and budget development, and oversee physical property improvement projects. They serve as a liaison between guests, clients, associates, ownership, corporate and brand representatives, and key vendors. The position requires the ability to direct at least two full-time associates or equivalents, with primary duties consisting mostly of administrative, executive, or professional tasks requiring discretion and independent judgment. Responsibilities include driving revenue growth, expense control, staff motivation and development, conducting financial reviews, and ensuring compliance with company policies. In this role, the manager will engage in regular property visits, oversee maintenance and cleanliness, host and participate in sales efforts, conduct training and staff meetings, and promote a positive guest experience by ensuring employees remain attentive and courteous. Essential skills include strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, communication proficiency including speaking, reading, and writing, and the capacity to handle financial data and complex information effectively even under stressful conditions. Candidates typically need at least six years of progressive experience in hotel management or a related field or equivalent education combined with relevant experience. Proficiency with Windows operating systems and common office software is required, as well as a valid driver’s license. This leadership role offers an excellent opportunity to impact two dynamic hotel properties within a respected hospitality management company dedicated to quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction.

• At least 6 years progressive experience in a hotel or a related field
• or a 4-year college degree and at least 4 to 5 years of related experience
• or a 2-year college degree and at least 5 to 6 years of related experience
• Must be proficient in Windows operating systems, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing
• Must have valid driver's license for the applicable state