Asst General Manager

Hotel Blake Assistant General ManagerWonderful opportunity to join the 161-room Historic Hotel Blake, located in the heart of the Printer's Row neighborhood in downtown Chicago. We have been named number 58 on Yelp's "Top 100 Places to Stay" list, attributable to our inspired hospitality mindset. We encourage you to join our service-oriented team where we strive to provide our guests with memorable experiences, while building our individual hospitality skills toward career growth opportunities.Pay: $80k-$88k annuallyHere's why you will love it here:Enjoy exceptional benefits, including comprehensive health care options starting day 1, a Travel Discounts Program with hotel rates worldwide, and an Employee Assistance Program that supports your well-being.Take advantage of numerous learning and advancement opportunities to fuel your professional growth.The company offers a Flexible PTO plan for managers and above that provides employees with ample time off to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with their loved ones.Benefit from a company culture that values work-life balance and family-friend.Comprehensive 401(k) program with company match contributions to help secure your financial future.Exclusive employee stock purchase program, allowing you to invest in your future while benefiting from company growth.Additionally, a range of exclusive perks is available to enhance your overall employee experience and well-being.ResponsibilitiesThe Assistant General Manager (AGM) at Hotel Blake will partner with the General Manager to lead all aspects of hotel operations, ensuring the property consistently exceeds performance targets, delivers world-class guest experiences, and upholds Hilton's brand standards. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong financial acumen, and the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team in a dynamic vacation club environment.Support the General Manager in achieving revenue, occupancy, and profit goals.Oversee daily operations across front desk, housekeeping, and maintenance.Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions to improve property performance.Lead and develop department heads, fostering a culture of service excellence and accountability.Ensure compliance with Hilton brand standards, safety regulations, and local laws.Handle guest escalations, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining high satisfaction scores.Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the property.Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain operational quality.Participate in recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of staff.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.QualificationsTo fulfill this role effectively, you must possess the following minimum qualifications and experience:Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in hotel or resort operations.Proven track record of improving property financial performance and guest satisfaction.Strong analytical and financial management skills.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.Knowledge of Hilton brand standards and vacation club operations preferred.Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.Proficiency with hotel management systems (e.g., OnQ, OPERA) and Microsoft Office Suite.Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop diverse teams.Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.