AM Operations Manager
About the role
Job Overview
We are seeking a driven, hands-on Operations Manager to oversee daily hotel operations and support continued growth at our full-service property. This leadership role is responsible for directing Front Desk, Housekeeping, Restaurant/Food & Beverage, and overall guest service execution while ensuring exceptional operational performance, team accountability, and guest satisfaction.
The Operations Manager serves as a key property leader and works closely with the General Manager to maintain service excellence, drive profitability, and strengthen departmental performance.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced hospitality leader ready to take on broad operational oversight in a fast-paced hotel environment.
Key Responsibilities
Complete and maintain a structured daily Operations Manager checklist to ensure consistent oversight of all major operational departments, property standards, inspections, and accountability measures each shift
Oversee daily hotel operations across Front Desk, Housekeeping, Restaurant, and guest service departments
Ensure exceptional guest experiences through strong service standards and operational consistency
Lead hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and performance management for multiple departments
Monitor labor costs, productivity, and departmental efficiency
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives
Resolve guest concerns and escalations professionally and efficiently
Conduct regular property inspections to ensure cleanliness, presentation, safety, and brand compliance
Utilize daily checklist systems to monitor Front Desk, Housekeeping, Restaurant/Food & Beverage, maintenance coordination, guest satisfaction, and departmental execution
Maintain operational standards, policy enforcement, and service quality
Support revenue growth through operational excellence and strategic leadership
Act as senior operational leader during assigned shifts and in the absence of the General Manager
Qualifications
Required:
Minimum 2 years of hotel or hospitality leadership experience
Experience managing multiple operational departments
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proven ability to manage guest satisfaction and service recovery
Financial awareness, labor management, and operational accountability
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Preferred:
Full-service hotel experience
Front Desk, Housekeeping, and Food & Beverage management experience
Hilton or branded hotel experience
Hospitality or business degree
Compensation & Schedule
Full-Time Salaried Position
Consistent 48-hour weekly schedule
Weekend and holiday availability required
Standard Schedule:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Leadership growth opportunity
Full property operational oversight
Professional development
Dynamic hospitality environment
Daily Accountability Expectations
The Operations Manager is expected to complete a comprehensive daily checklist designed to ensure operational consistency, departmental accountability, and service excellence across all major areas of the property. This includes:
Front Desk operational review
Housekeeping productivity and room readiness
Restaurant and guest service oversight
Property inspections
Staff performance follow-up
Maintenance and safety checks
Guest satisfaction monitoring
Administrative reporting and communication
Daily checklist completion is considered a core responsibility of this leadership role.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a performance-driven hospitality professional who leads by example, thrives under pressure, values accountability, and is committed to operational excellence.
If you are ready to take ownership of hotel operations, lead multiple departments, and help drive continued success, we encourage you to apply.
Compensation
This Operations role pays $42k-$48k/yr. Within typical range for operations roles in Netherlands.
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