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CSM

Regional Director of Sales

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

The Regional Director of Sales will work closely with the VP of Sales, hotel General Managers ... Previous hotel Operations experience preferred. * Experience in leading teams and the ability to ...

Marcus Hotels

Hotel General Manager

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$150K - $160K/yr

This individual will be responsible for delivering operational excellence and memorable guest ... Ability to direct marketing and sales efforts to constantly position property as a compset leader

Marcus Hotels

Hotel General Manager

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$150K - $160K/yr

This individual will be responsible for delivering operational excellence and memorable guest ... Ability to direct marketing and sales efforts to constantly position property as a compset leader

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What is the difference between Director Hotel Operations vs Hotel General Manager?

AspectDirector Hotel OperationsHotel General Manager
Primary FocusOversees multiple departments and strategic planningManages daily hotel operations and staff
ResponsibilitiesDevelops policies, oversees budgets, and ensures overall performanceEnsures guest satisfaction, handles staff issues, and manages daily activities
CredentialsTypically requires hospitality management experience, possibly advanced certificationsExperience in hotel management, often with similar certifications
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices and multiple hotel propertiesOn-site at the hotel, directly overseeing daily operations

The main difference between a Director Hotel Operations and a Hotel General Manager is their scope of responsibility. The Director focuses on strategic oversight across multiple departments or properties, while the General Manager handles daily hotel operations and guest satisfaction. Both roles require hospitality experience and management skills, but their focus and daily tasks differ significantly.

What does a director of hotel operations do in a hotel?

A director of hotel operations oversees the daily functioning of a hotel, including managing staff, ensuring guest satisfaction, and maintaining operational efficiency. They develop policies, coordinate departments such as front desk, housekeeping, and food service, and often analyze financial performance to meet business goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Hotel Operations jobs in Minnesota?

The most popular types of Hotel Operations jobs in Minnesota are:

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Infographic showing various Director Hotel Operations job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Corporate Learning, Development and QA Director, Hotel

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Hospitality Spotlight
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Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description


Hospitality Spotlight is looking for a Hotel Corporate Learning, Development and QA Director for an organization in Northern Central US.
The Work:
  • Leads by example at all levels of execution
  • Evaluate training/development needs of properties and departments
  • Create and deliver the infrastructure to support all operational learning and development needs and programs
  • Create and implement effective training solutions to constantly improve service breakdowns, inefficiencies and productivity. Evaluate and monitor the development, effectiveness and consistency of the programs
  • Involved in optimizing creating/implementing on-boarding/off-boarding processes
  • Analyze guest experience to increase guest satisfaction
  • Identify department trainers to deploy consistent onboarding and cross training plans and programs for new and existing associates
  • Lead all associate classroom training workshops
  • Manage compliance training programs
  • Develop, maintain and distribute status learning and development reports to Lead Team periodically and as needed
  • Create yearly learning & development plan and calendar
  • Travel to properties for two to fours weeks at a time
  • Additional responsibilities are required.

What you've already done (requirements):
  • 5+ years of experience as a hotel Corporate Learning, Development and QA Director
  • Previous success with both independent and branded hotels
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Multi property or corporate level experience
  • Must be based in Minneapolis.

Compensation:
  • Yearly salary base range of 80-90k

Submit your resume if you meet the qualifications and are excited about joining an already successful and growing team.
We look forward to connecting and shining our spotlight on you!
- Hospitality Spotlight Team

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