Field Support Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Field Support Manager Travel 75%-95% Required | Hospitality Operations LeadershipPosition SummaryThe Field Support Manager provides operational and leadership support to General Managers across assigned hotel locations. This role is highly hands-on and requires the ability to step into day‑to‑day hotel operations as needed, including assuming General Manager responsibilities and performing front desk, housekeeping, maintenance, laundry, and other hotel functions. The Field Support Manager plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, guest satisfaction, employee engagement, and compliance with company standards.This position requires extensive travel, with time spent in the field supporting hotel teams.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesGuest Service & OperationsThis role leads by example in delivering excellent guest service, resolving concerns quickly, and ensuring quality standards are met at all occupancy levels. Responsibilities include daily room inspections, maintaining cleanliness, safety, and security, addressing operational issues, and promoting company and brand loyalty programs.Leadership & Team DevelopmentThe position recruits, hires, trains, and supervises hotel employees while clearly communicating expectations and enforcing company policies. It fosters a respectful, inclusive workplace, manages performance fairly, recognizes strong work, addresses issues professionally, and supports ongoing development.Safety, Compliance & AdministrationThis role ensures compliance with all safety, security, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA and company standards. It addresses unsafe conditions, manages audits, oversees key control and security procedures, and works with local law enforcement as needed. Financial responsibilities include payroll, cash handling, reporting, inventory control, scheduling, and understanding hotel‑level profit and loss.Sales, Community & Operational SupportThe position supports marketing and sales efforts through competitor analysis and market awareness, builds positive community relationships, and assists with local engagement. The role requires flexibility to perform all hotel positions as needed and to support preventive maintenance and equipment needs.Job RequirementsBasic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.Attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.Understanding of basic engineering and maintenance principles.Reliable, professional, and consistent work ethic.Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.Prior hotel operations or hospitality leadership experience strongly preferred.Licenses & CertificationsValid driver's license. Must be insurable for driving. Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment background and motor vehicle record review in accordance with company policy, as travel and driving are essential functions of this position.Physical & Travel RequirementsAbility to drive a vehicle and travel by airplane.Ability to inspect hotel premises, including walking hallways and stairs.Assist guests and staff during emergencies.Ability to perform the physical duties of all hotel positions.Extended travel required: 75%–95% of the time.Supervisory ResponsibilityDirect supervision of all staff at assigned hotel locations.Safety RequirementsMust follow all safety procedures when in hotel facilities, operating vehicles, or performing field duties.