General Manager

Wilde is a thriving and rapidly expanding Aparthotel operator, making waves across the heart of European cities like London, Berlin, Edinburgh, and soon Amsterdam, Lisbon, and many more.

At Wilde, we're not just another Aparthotel brand; we are a diverse and inclusive team that encourages you to bring your unique self to work. Our Irish heritage mixes with local cultures to form new experiences that are unique to each city and each Wilde. If you're a leader who's as passionate about making guests smile as we are, and if you have a warm, human touch, and a passion for hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated General Manager for our vibrant 48-room Aparthotel located at Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin. As the General Manager, you will be responsible for the overall operation of the hotel and will play a pivotal role in achieving our business goals. Developing and retaining a high-performing team, building connections to the local community, and driving revenue through strategic initiatives will be key to your success in this role.

Benefits:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Annual Bonus, based on your contribution and impact
• Discounted rates for overnight stays for you, your family, and friends
• Refer and earn scheme if you successfully refer a friend to work with us
• Volunteer days: 2 paid volunteer days per year to support causes in your local community
• EAP: Support for you and your family when you need it with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What you can do for us:

• Work alongside your HODs and wider team to offer our guests a considered, intelligent, and aesthetically pleasing experience, running all aspects of the property, including front office, housekeeping, maintenance, sales, and revenue.
• Ensure that all departments operate within the brand SOPs, monitoring and taking action on any feedback within a timely manner.
• Regularly evaluate individual and team performance against their goals to drive a high-performance culture. Offer constructive feedback through on-the-job training, performance appraisals, one-on-one discussions, and team meetings.
• Produce forecasts for revenues and costs, monitor that these are maintained within budgetary constraints, and communicate to the MD any shortcomings as soon as possible.
• Ensure the hotel complies with all legislation and Staycity Group requirements regarding H&S and any other statutory regulations.
• Enhance the team's skills and knowledge by delivering department-specific training plans that align with our strategic goals.
• Cultivate collaborative relationships with other departments, fostering effective communication and teamwork across the organization.
• Monitor and action feedback received through guest satisfaction surveys, 3rd party websites, and from guests both during and following their stay, resolving any guest disputes and complaints in a professional manner and within guidelines issued.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven leadership experience and 3+ years in a similar general management role within a lifestyle/luxury hotel or aparthotel - this is essential for success in this role.
• Food and Beverage experience is preferred.
• Detailed knowledge and awareness of the local hotel market, ideally with working proficiency in both German and English.
• Humble and approachable, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Forward-thinking and innovative, always looking for opportunities to improve operations.
• Self-motivated and able to inspire and lead the team effectively.
• Energetic, flexible, and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Ability to adapt effectively and make decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency in engaging in strategic business discussions at a higher level.
• Demonstrated success in driving revenues through the strategic management of commercial initiatives.
• Demonstrable ability to motivate, appraise, support, and challenge the team to deliver world-class results in every aspect of the business.
• Experience in providing training, guidance, and support to all teams, actively participating in day-to-day department activities and driving the culture of the team.
• A bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field is preferred.

If you possess the ability to navigate through challenges with a blend of kindness and clarity, backed by data-driven decision-making skills, we'd love to hear from you!

So, join Wilde in Vienna on this exciting and ever-evolving journey, where you'll be supported, inspired, and encouraged to reach your full potential. Let's make the world a little brighter, one guest at a time.