Goodwin Recruiting

Hotel General Manager

Pella, Iowa 2 days ago
Full-time Hospitality & Tourism

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.