Goodwin Recruiting
Hotel General Manager
Job Description
Our client, a growing hospitality group, is seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead operations for a well-maintained select-service hotel located near Pella, IA. This is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality leader who thrives in a highly visible, “owner-operator” style role and takes pride in delivering strong guest experiences while driving operational performance.
This role is ideal for a proven General Manager or a strong Assistant General Manager ready to take the next step into full property leadership.
Compensation and Benefits
- Base salary: $65,000 – $70,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off
- Relocation assistance available
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all day-to-day hotel operations including front desk, housekeeping, and maintenance
- Deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain strong online review scores
- Manage staffing, scheduling, and team development across all departments
- Drive revenue performance through rate management, local market awareness, and occupancy strategies
- Maintain cost controls, including labor and operational expenses, to meet financial goals
- Ensure property standards, cleanliness, and brand expectations are consistently upheld
- Handle guest concerns and resolve issues in a professional and timely manner
- Coordinate with vendors and oversee basic property maintenance and preventative upkeep
- Prepare reports and manage budgets, forecasts, and P&L performance
Qualifications
- 2+ years of hotel leadership experience as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager
- Experience in select-service or limited-service hotel environments preferred
- Strong understanding of hotel operations, including front office, housekeeping, and maintenance coordination
- Proven ability to manage budgets, labor, and overall financial performance
- Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to jump in where needed
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed
What We’re Looking For
- A self-starter who takes full ownership of the property
- A leader who builds strong, accountable teams
- Someone who balances guest experience with operational efficiency
- A professional who is comfortable wearing multiple hats in a smaller hotel environment
If you’re looking for an opportunity to lead a property with autonomy, make a direct impact on performance, and grow within a supportive hospitality group, we’d love to connect.