Hotel General Manager

General Manager – Luxury Country House
Are you an experienced hospitality professional with a passion for luxury service, deluxe properties, and rural charm? We\’re recruiting on behalf of a prestigious, privately owned country house hotel nestled in the stunning British countryside. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced General Manager to take the reins of a much-loved operation with an excellent reputation for quality, service, and guest experience.
The General Manager Package

• A basic salary of IRO £90000
• A bonus scheme based on financial performance
• BUPA health care scheme
• Other wider company benefits

The Role
As General Manager, you will lead all aspects of the hotel\’s day-to-day operations – including front of house, F&B, housekeeping, spa, events, and guest services – ensuring exceptional standards are maintained throughout. With a hands-on and strategic approach, you\’ll inspire your team, drive commercial performance, and ensure each guest enjoys a truly memorable stay.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate a diverse hospitality team
• Oversee hotel operations with an eye for detail and quality
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and cost controls
• Drive occupancy and revenue through strong commercial acumen
• Maintain compliance and uphold the highest service standards
• Cultivate a warm, welcoming environment that reflects the hotel\’s heritage and character
• Liaise with owners and stakeholders to shape long-term strategy

About You

• Proven experience as a General Manager or senior operations leader within a deluxe independent 4- or 5-star hotel environment
• Strong knowledge of luxury service expectations and boutique hospitality
• Commercially astute with experience managing P&L and achieving KPIs
• Excellent leadership, people development, and communication skills
• Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and adaptable
• A genuine passion for the guest journey and countryside hospitality
• Familiarity with UK employment laws, health & safety, and licensing