Reporting to the VP, Hotel Operations, the General Manager of the Coast Prince George Hotel by APA will formulate and lead the execution of strategic and business goals and targets for a 159 room hotel, over 10,000 square feet of banquet space, and signature dining destinations:
Shogun Restaurant and Winston's Resto-Bar, while ensuring alignment with Coast Hotels’ overall vision, values and strategic goals. The General Manager is also responsible for ensuring the continued growth of the hotel’s revenue, while maximizing operational efficiencies and profitability, all while contributing to exceptional Ambassador and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Create and lead the execution of an annual business plan for the hotel which includes measurable objectives that align with the overall business strategy
• Communicate the vision for the hotel and solicit the involvement of relevant leaders in each area of the business to build and execute related business plans
• Lead and develop a... strong team with skills and talents through effective recruitment, mentoring, and professional development
• Maintain industry and professional expertise by participating actively in industry and professional events, conferences, reviewing relevant industry communication and analyst reports
• Use business and industry acumen to forecast and address future needs and challenges
• Establish clear plans, targets, and budgets to support operational excellence
• Closely monitor and measure operational plans and targets
• Identify problem areas and proactively take charge of solutions while being accountable for the performance of the hotel
• Establish processes to ensure decisions and actions are followed through and plans are executed for the hotel
• Anticipate, prioritize and allocate resources appropriately including capital improvements
• Set and manage performance targets/measures and motivate Ambassadors to achieve them
• Effectively communicate the hotel’s strategy so all Ambassadors clearly understand it
• Engage all Ambassadors to actively participate in the hotel operations
• Create an environment which supports innovative problem solving and sharing of ideas from all levels of Ambassadors
• Identify and develop succession needs and risks, talent requirements and high potential talent
• Create and implement a community involvement plan, taking leadership roles within the local community and building a positive reputation for the company through active participation and support
• Build an effective network within the industry and profession
• Other duties as required Skills/Knowledge/

Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Hospitality or Hotel Management or equivalent education and experience
• 5 years’ experience as a member of a hotel senior leadership team in a comparable hotel or setting
• Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for financial results for a complex business unit or multiple business units
• In-depth understanding of hotel operations
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to support the building of strong relationships with diverse groups of people
• Personal alignment with Coast’s 5 core values and corporate culture and ability to model Leadership Accountability
Prince George BC

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