Hotel Manager - job 1 of 2

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Be a part of the historic castle on the park, The Plaza, A Fairmont Managed hotel, a timeless landmark capturing memories since 1907. Located in the heart of midtown, The Plaza now features 282 luxury hotel rooms and suites, the elegant Champagne Bar as well as the legendary Palm Court, New York City’s premier destination for afternoon tea. The Plaza offers the Five Diamond standard of excellence and sophistication while offering an authentically local and unrivalled experience for our guest.

Reporting to the General Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

Compensation: Yearly Salary $250,000.00 - $270,000.00

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Support the General Manager in the overall management and strategic direction of the hotel.
• Oversee all operational functions of the hotel
• Lead and support all departments in the achievement of their financial and operational targets through establishment of a positive culture, clear expectations and policy & procedural implementation
• Assist in the preparation, presentation and subsequent achievement of the hotel's annual Operating Budget, Marketing & Sales Plan and Capital Budget
• Ensure that monthly financial outlooks are on time, on target and accurate
• Ensure full compliance to Hotel operating controls
• Actively involved in the recruitment process of leadership positions within the operating departments
• Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety policies 
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 10 years hospitality experience with 5 years’ experience at the Executive Committee level
• Extensive Hotel operations experience required
• Demonstrated knowledge of budget planning and financial controls
• Computer literate in Microsoft Windows applications required
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Experience in a Forbes 5 star and AAA 5 Diamond property required
• Proven record to coordinate multiple departments
• Clear working knowledge of budget planning and execution
• Exceptional interpersonal and guest relation skills
• Proven team-builder with outstanding coaching skills
• Clearly demonstrated ability to be innovative, creative and able to think outside the box
• Ability to motivate developing leaders to act as entrepreneurs while innovating guest-oriented solutions creatively and profitably
• Diploma/degree in hospitality management or university equivalent
• Previous experience working in a union environment

Physical Aspects of Position:  
Physical aspects of the position include but are not limited to the following: 

• Frequent standing and walking throughout shift
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.