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Kennebunkport Resort Collection (KRC) is a portfolio of ten distinctive hotels and seven award-winning restaurants located along Maine's scenic coast. Known for exceptional hospitality, thoughtfully designed accommodations, and authentic guest experiences, KRC combines the unique character of each property with operational excellence, strong brand standards, and a deep commitment to the local community.

Kennebunkport Resort Collection is seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager to oversee the operations of The Boathouse Hotel & Restaurant, Kennebunkport Inn, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, Grand Hotel, and The Lodge on the Cove.

The General Manager will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight, ensuring each property delivers exceptional guest experiences while preserving its individual character and maintaining consistent standards across the portfolio. This role is responsible for building and developing high-performing leadership teams, driving financial and operational success, and fostering a culture of service excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Leading and supporting all departments within the resort to ensure all policies and procedures and standards are being met.
• Interacting positively with guests promoting the features and amenities of the resort
• Monitoring all aspects of the hotel operation and rectifying any deficiencies with respective personnel.
• Maintaining profitability of each department
• Prepare annual capital, cash flow and sales and marketing plans to accurately forecast budgets and achieve required operating results.
• Analyze financials to drive revenues, future profitability and maximum return on investment. Use distribution channels and technology platforms to drive revenue and maximize market share.
• Lead capital plans and asset management initiatives, including working with ownership to maintain or improve property’s market leadership position.
• Evaluating cost effectiveness of all aspects of the operation
• Developing cost savings and profit enhancing measures across the resort
• Providing support to the executive committee and leadership group
• Manage the overall seasonal demand strategy in partnership with the hotel’s revenue team.
• Drive improvement in guest satisfaction goals.
• Establish and implement appropriate service recovery guidelines and services and programs to ensure complete guest satisfaction and exceed guest expectations.
• Respond to guest complaints or concerns in a prompt and professional manner.
• Ensure the effective operation of the hotel through the direct supervision of the operations leadership team.
• Manage the appearance, condition, and preventive maintenance of the physical hotel through the direct supervision of the Director of Engineering.
• Develop, implement and monitor employee succession planning to ensure future bench strength.
• Establish performance and development goals for employees and provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback.
• Enforce hotel standards, policies, and procedures are in place within the hotel departments.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws.
• Attend departmental and/or corporate meetings and training sessions as required.
• Demonstrate a team-focused attitude and encourage collaboration.
• Understand and use safe work practices for all safety precautions including Emergency Evacuation Procedures, Violence in the Workplace, Accident Reporting, OSHA Compliance, and Bloodborne Pathogen Procedures.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
• Comply with all policies as outlined in the Handbook, Property Supplement, or otherwise issued including time and attendance expectations, uniform and dress code standards, anti-harassment policy, and substances in the workplace.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 8-10 years management experience, hotel/lodging environment highly preferred
• Four-year degree in related field preferred
• Strong understanding of lodging operations;reservations, appropriate guest service etiquette, etc.
• Independent and branded hotel experience (limited and full service) preferred.
• Strong prior experience in sales and marketing and food and beverage is preferred.
• Successful completion of satisfactory background check
• Demonstrates natural leadership qualities with a positive, team-focused attitude
• Available and willing to work flexible hours based on business needs including weekdays and weekends.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• The candidate must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and good computer and budget analysis skills.
• Expresses sincere enthusiasm for the role and passion for the role.
• Must know how to prioritize, delegate, and respond in a timely fashion. Able to work under pressure, multi-task, and stay focused while maintaining hospitality.

About Kennebunkport Resort Collection: The Kennebunkport Resort Collection is a portfolio of diverse, luxurious lodging and dining options offering stylish and unique hospitality in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Our growing hospitality group includes Hidden Pond//Earth at Hidden Pond, Tides Beach Club, Cape Arundel Inn & Resort//Ocean Restaurant, Kennebunkport Inn//The Burleigh Restaurant, Cottages at Cabot Cove, The Grand Hotel//Rosella, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Restaurant, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, and Lodge on the Cove//The Dory.

KRC is proud to offer competitive wellness options and perks for both Part Time- and Full-Time employees.

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-funded $25K in complimentary life insurance and $1K/mo. in disability
• Optional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance options
• Additional Health & Wellness benefits including prescription and gym membership discounts
• Generous Paid Time Off package including Employer Paid Leave plus immediate Paid Vacation accruals
• Flexible and understanding work-life equality
• Family Matters Program of 3+ months paid parental leave for new parents
• 401k employer match, up to 4% of salary
• Competitive wages with ongoing market analysis with annual performance evaluations and compensation adjustments
• Discounted employee and immediate family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations
• Food and Beverage discount of 50% Off at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations
• Gold Card annual complimentary restaurant allowance for managers
• Discounted lodging rates from New England Inn & Resort Association partners
• Pathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement
• Relocation assistance to temporary employer housing
• Incentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles
• Supportive, open workplace culture
• Company-funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources

Why Join our team? Join our community of ambitious, thoughtful, and dedicated hospitality professionals delivering exceptional guest experiences. At Kennebunkport Resort Collection, we encourage creativity, ownership, and problem-solving at all levels of our organization, and we are committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our business.

As a Kennebunkport Resort Collection employee, we welcome you to join us in making a community impact. Our KRC Cares team partners with community leaders and like-minded businesses to advance our community services, such as toy drives, beach cleanups, and other charitable causes around the community. Our Community Impact project allows a 1% Impact Fee to be donated to hand-picked local organizations focusing on affordable housing, protecting wildlife habitats, and creating spaces for the youth of our community.

Kennebunkport Resort Collection offers customized learning opportunities for all employees. We work to carve out a path for internal leaders with motivated career goals. Annual conferences, mentorships, scholastic reimbursements, internships, and company-funded leadership development opportunities are just some of the ways we support our associates.

Ready to learn more? Visit us online at www.kennebunkportresortcollection.com and explore our parent company, EOS Hospitality at www.eoshospitality.com for more information about the amazing ways we’re making a difference.

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