Hotel Manager

Arlo Washington DC, soon to be added to the Arlo Hotels portfolio is now seeking a dynamic Hotel Manager.

In the lifestyle hospitality industry, people make the difference. Arlo Hotels is committed to being a great place to work, providing exceptional service for our guests through our unique approach to the independent lifestyle hotel segment. Here at Arlo we ask all our team members to be themselves andembrace it!Are you someone whoispassionateaboutpeople,drivenby purpose, andcleverin your approach? If so, keep on reading Here atArlowe strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more"

Arlo Washington D.C. will comprise 229,846 square feet, which includes the restoration and preservation of the original 42,942-square-foot, five-story building, The Harrison Apartment, D.C.'s oldest known surviving conventional apartment building that has stood since 1882. Arlo Hotels is adding 186,904 square feet of space to the property, where the sixth through 12th floors, the penthouse, four meeting rooms and an indoor and outdoor rooftop lounge and pool will be located. The hotel will also feature a restaurant and bar, a "Bodega" cafe and lounge, and an interior courtyard.

Ideal for leisure and business travelers, Arlo Washington D.C. is conveniently located four blocks from Washington, D.C.'s Union Station and less than a mile from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Situated in the city's bustling Judiciary Square neighborhood, the 445-room hotel is close to globally recognized landmarks such as The Capitol and the Supreme Court Building, fine dining options and upscale shopping.

This position is responsible for effectively & strategically leading the day to day operations of the hotel and its team members. In conjunctions with the General Manager focus on leading ownership of annual budgeting, strategic planning, organizing and directing all hotel services, including front-of-house and back of house operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES:

• Always treats guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations.
• Displays honesty & integrity.
• Conducts monthly, weekly and pre-shift meetings.
• Communicates effectively to staff using tools such as development reviews, training, departmental orientation and monthly departmental meetings.
• Motivates and develops team members.
• Create preventive maintenance programs for consistency of the product
• Ensures updated safe work environment
• Is an inspirational leader able to motivate team members to be consistently engaged in serving others, always looking for that opportunity and outcome.
• You build strong partnerships with internal customers and outside vendors

• You possess excellent communication and leadership skills and are a strong, creative problem solver both with Team members and third party partners operating within the hotel
• You are a proactive, self-starter who can work well both independently and as part of a team
• You are comfortable being a change agent and creating a welcoming environment
• You are confident and have the ability to think clearly on your feet and under pressure
• You love to negotiate and create win-win situations for customers, owners, partners and all operational team members alike
• Overseeing leadership team members who direct the daily operations for the Front Office, Maintenance, Housekeeping & Security departments for hotel.
• Work in conjunction with the F&B leadership on budgets and ensuring highest level of service.
• Design and implement training for departments to continuously exceed standard service and operational standards as set by Arlo Hotels.
• In conjunction with the General Manager, develop and implement strategies to ensure seamless service delivery while maximizing revenue and management costs.
• Development of budget; responsible for maintaining targeted goals within the budget.
• Develop and direct the performance of departmental managers and supervisors to ensure the highest levels of guest and employee satisfaction in a cost efficient manner.
• Work in conjunction with People Services on bi-annual and annual performance reviews for all management and hourly team members.
• Ensure compliance training is completed in conjunction with People Services team.
• Be a leader and ambassador in maintaining the Arlo Team Member Culture through team member engagement, training and development.
• Assists in leading Safety Committee initiatives and Security provisions.
• Assist the General Manager in the protection and enhancement of all hotel assets through appropriate programs in maintenance, security and housekeeping as well as through the capital budgeting process.
• Responsible for weekly / bi-weekly departmental meetings to focus on service, team member engagement and overall budget and revenue management.
• Attend weekly revenue management meetings in conjunction with General Manager and have the ability to manage the P&L.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 5 years previous Director of Rooms, Director of Operations and/or Assistant General Manager experience in a hotel environment.
• Intensive direct-experience in various hotel operational departments including Front Office, Guest Services, Housekeeping, Security/Loss Prevention and/or Engineering and/ or Food & Beverage.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing service standards and procedures that yield high guest and employee satisfaction needed.
• Previous experience managing third party or leased space arrangements such as food & beverage, valet or security.
• Strong financial acumen with an ability to partner with other departments to drive revenue and manage expenses.
• Proven ability to communicate professionally and tactfully in all interactions with guest and employees.
• Obtain FLSD Requirements for property within six (6) months of employment.