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General Manager / Assistant General Manager Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center — Bloomington, IL Full-Time | On-Site | Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus

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ABOUT THE PROPERTY

Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center is a 71-room full-service hotel in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, currently undergoing a brand conversion to Spark by Hilton. The property includes a Bonchon franchise restaurant and 12,000 sq ft of conference and event space, serving one of the most stable employer-anchored markets in the Midwest — home to State Farm, Rivian, Illinois State University, and OSF HealthCare. This is a ground-floor opportunity to join as the hotel relaunches under a nationally recognized Hilton flag, with access to Hilton Honors' 180M+ member loyalty program and Hilton's global distribution platform from day one.

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THE ROLE

We are looking for a hands-on GM or AGM with branded hotel experience to lead all aspects of operations — rooms, food & beverage, conference services, revenue management, and team development. You will report directly to ownership, have real decision-making authority, and own the ramp from day one. This is an operator's role. We want someone who walks the floor, knows every team member's name, and obsesses over the guest experience.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead day-to-day operations across all departments: front office, housekeeping, F&B, conference & events, maintenance, and sales Drive the Spark by Hilton brand conversion — PIP compliance, brand standards, and flag launch coordination with Hilton brand representatives Own RevPAR, ADR, and occupancy targets; implement Hilton's revenue management tools and pricing strategy Build, train, and retain a high-performing team aligned with Hilton brand values Manage the

P&L:

control labor and departmental costs against budget; provide monthly reporting to ownership Oversee Hilton Honors compliance and guest satisfaction scores (SALT/QA) Develop corporate account relationships with State Farm, Rivian, ISU/IWU, and OSF relocation programs Drive group and conference bookings to maximize the 12,000 sq ft event space Serve as the primary contact for Hilton regional and area directors

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of hotel management experience; minimum 2 years as GM or AGM at a branded property Full-service or select-service branded hotel experience required Hilton-family brand experience strongly preferred (Hampton, Hilton Garden Inn, DoubleTree, Tapestry, Curio); Marriott, IHG, or Hyatt experience considered Proven ability to manage a hotel P&L and drive results against budget Experience with food & beverage operations (restaurant, banquet, or catering) Working knowledge of hotel PMS (OnQ, Opera, or equivalent), OTA management, and revenue management tools Experience managing a hotel through a brand conversion or flag transition is a significant advantage Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience with Hilton's Spark brand or a hotel reflag/conversion Track record of improving SALT scores and QA audit results Familiarity with the Bloomington-Normal market and local corporate accounts Background in conference and event sales Revenue management certification or advanced dynamic pricing experience

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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive salary commensurate with experience (range discussed during interview) Performance bonus tied to RevPAR, guest satisfaction, and P&L targets Health, dental, and vision insurance PTO and paid holidays Hilton Go Hilton team member travel discount program Direct ownership relationship with real autonomy and growth potential across a multi-property pipeline

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WHY PARKE REGENCY

This is owner-operated hospitality — not a REIT, not a management company with 40 layers of approval. Ownership is local, present, and invested in building something lasting. The incoming GM will have direct access to decision-makers, meaningful authority, and the chance to put a real stamp on a property at the most exciting point in its history. Bloomington-Normal punches above its size — strong corporate demand, two major universities, and one of the most resilient employment bases in Illinois. The Spark by Hilton conversion opens Hilton's full distribution network in a market with limited branded inventory. The upside is real.

Pay:

From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person