Hotel Manager
Company | The Walt Disney Company |
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Location | Celebration, FL, USA |
Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
Type | Full-Time |
Degrees | Bachelor’s |
Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Minimum seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in the hospitality industry, overseeing multiple operational areas (e.g., Food & Beverage, Front Office/Concierge, Recreation, Conventions, Housekeeping)
- Willingness, desire, and ability to continuously learn, develop new skills, and adapt to change
- Strategic mindset with a focus on achieving targeted results
- Proven ability to deliver exceptional Guest service, addressing concerns professionally and ensuring prompt resolutions
- Experience analyzing key performance metrics (e.g., Medallia, HotSOS) to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance resort performance
- Strong ability to develop talent, increase team engagement, and foster collaboration
- Holistic understanding of Guest and Employee needs, with a creative approach to achieving goals
- Effective communication skills, ensuring teams are informed of updates, priorities, and appropriate escalation procedures
- Ability to work seamlessly in a matrix-based organization
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a work environment that values diverse perspectives
- Proficiency in Windows-based systems and other relevant technologies; advanced knowledge of hotel operating systems is highly preferred
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Experience leading in a large hotel environment
Responsibilities
- Model leadership values and principles to drive exceptional Guest, Employee, and business results
- Identify, develop, and lead talent by assessing, mentoring, and fostering positive working relationships
- Lead with realistic optimism—setting a vision, creating an engaging team climate, and adapting to shifting demands
- Build a culture of inclusion by valuing different perspectives, championing purposeful conversations, and ensuring a welcoming environment where everyone can be their authentic selves
- Address and resolve Guest/Member concerns when escalated by leadership
- Provide visible, onstage leadership, setting the example of gracious hospitality
- Share knowledge, conduct career development conversations, and support talent management practices
- Demonstrate a commitment to Guest service principles, recognizing and rewarding employees while holding the team accountable for service excellence
- Develop a strategic operating plan to drive results, focusing on process improvements and alignment across Disney resorts where applicable
- Take calculated risks to streamline processes, remove barriers, and align performance goals
- Use performance metrics and operational indicators to drive team improvement, ensuring all areas achieve essential metrics aligned with broader business strategies
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge of hotel operating systems is highly preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, or a related field—or equivalent experience