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To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits DIRECTOR - HOTEL OPERATIONS JOB DESCPRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of ...

The Director of Rooms must ensure that all Hotel operations are carried out professionally. The Director of Rooms should participate in community events and represent the hotel in a positive manner.

The Director of Rooms must ensure that all Hotel operations are carried out professionally. The Director of Rooms should participate in community events and represent the hotel in a positive manner.

The Director of Rooms must ensure that all Hotel operations are carried out professionally. The Director of Rooms should participate in community events and represent the hotel in a positive manner.

Prepares team member performance reviews and makes personnel recommendations to the Manager Front Desk and Director Hotel Operations * Manage/Control all supplies and inventory in the department.

Director of Sales Company: Shamin Hotels Position Overview: The Director of Sales oversees all ... Knowledge of hotel operations, catering services, food and beverage trends, and revenue management ...

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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 Virginia?

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

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Director Hotel Operations jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Director Hotel Operations job openings:

Infographic showing various Director Hotel Operations job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Director, Hotel Operations

175 Hard Rock Bristol LLC

Bristol, VA

$104K - $152K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status.  To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits


DIRECTOR – HOTEL OPERATIONS

JOB DESCPRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the VP of Non-Gaming Operations, the incumbent, either personally or through subordinates, directs operations for Front Desk, Bell Services, VIP Check-in, Valet, Housekeeping, Rock Shops, Group Sales and Spa Departments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Maintain excellence in the three pillars of success: Team Member Satisfaction, Guest Satisfaction, and Financial Performance.
  • Exhibit conduct in accordance with all Gaming Commission Regulations of Virginia Lottery policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and justify expenditures by departments to ensure they meet budgetary guidelines. 
  • Interviews, hires, trains, schedules, appraises and supervises all directly assigned personnel. Oversees same for indirect reports.
  • Develop, administer, and complete action plans for all points of review including Guest Satisfaction, Team Member Satisfaction, and Financial Adherence. 
  • Act as the main point of contact for ensuring guest feedback, and monitoring follow up in all areas of review including Medallia Surveys.
  • Enforce compliance with administrative policies, procedures, safety rules and health regulations.
  • Develop department members’ knowledge and skills through education, training, coaching, corrective counseling, etc.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to ensuring responsible gaming and responsible alcohol service by discreetly notifying appropriate management of concerns and observations.
  • Conduct personal behavior and select, train, coach, counsel, appraise and retain direct reports who consistently perform actions and behaviors that reinforce the Company’s Mission and Values of Communication, Integrity, Fun, Respect, Accountability, Passion and Dedication.
  • Ensure appropriate staffing levels to best manage labor costs while maintaining outstanding guest service.
  • Stays abreast of the current trends and practices within area of responsibility and communicates pertinent

information to management, peers, direct reports and team members as appropriate.

  • Ensure prompt and discreet notification to appropriate management and/or the Ethics Hotline of any observation of illegal acts or internal ethics violations.
  • Promotes positive guest and employee relations at all times.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment within areas of responsibility.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a 4 Diamond casino/hospitality environment in a management capacity overseeing multiple hotel operations departments or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 
  • Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality, Finance, or related area of study.
  • Preferred experience as a Director of Hotel Operations, Rooms Executive, General Manager, or equivalent level. 
  • Preferred background with the following systems:  Microsoft Office Suite, LMS, Kronos, HotSOS (Hotel Maintenance program and MMS. Must have a strong grasp of Microsoft Excel.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Preferred background with the following systems:  Microsoft Office Suite, LMS, Kronos and MMS.  Must have a strong grasp of Microsoft Excel. 
  • Must have experience developing and preparing departmental budgets for multiple departments, with an understanding of financial demands from evolving business conditions.
  • Must have a proven track record of providing excellent Guest Service Scores in a 4 Diamond or better environment.  Must also be able lead a quality improvement team to address areas of potential guest opportunity.
  • Must have a strong understanding of processes and procedures involving Housekeeping and Casino Public Areas.  Knowledge of Laundry Services, design and development, and project management preferred. 
  • Ability to deliver a service level which creates an atmosphere that makes our guests want to return, giving each guest a positive, memorable entertainment experience.
  • Commitment to routinely go above and beyond in the accomplishment of position responsibilities in an effort to play a role in the achievement of organizational goals.
  • Must present an image of excitement, enthusiasm, and outgoing personality, while being able to project a professional demeanor.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays.

PAY RANGE:


$104,500 - $152,000/Salary