Hotel General Manager - Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores, AL

General Manager Staybridge Suites - Gulf Shores, AL A&R Hospitality | Full Time | Exempt Take the Lead. Run the Business. Build Something You're Proud Of. This is not just another General Manager role. This is an opportunity to own a hotel, lead a team, and drive real business results in one of the most desirable coastal markets in the Southeast. At Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores , we are looking for a dynamic, hands-on General Manager who is ready to lead from the front, build a high-performing team, and take full accountability for the success of the property. About the Property Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores is an all-suite, extended-stay hotel designed to feel like home for guests staying days, weeks, or longer. With fully equipped kitchens, complimentary breakfast, evening social events, and spacious suites, the property offers a community-driven guest experience that blends comfort and convenience. Located just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico beaches and top attractions, this hotel serves both leisure and extended-stay travelers, creating a dynamic and high-visibility operating environment. What Makes This Role Different You are the leader of the business , not just operations Full ownership of financial performance, team culture, and guest experience Opportunity to make a direct impact on results and property reputation A clear path for continued growth within A&R Hospitality Your Role - What You'll Own Run the Entire Operation Oversee all departments including Front Desk, Housekeeping, Maintenance, and Sales coordination Ensure the hotel operates efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with brand standards Maintain a strong presence on the floor — this is a hands-on leadership role Drive Financial Performance Own the hotel's P&L and overall profitability Execute revenue strategies to maximize occupancy and ADR Control expenses, manage labor, and deliver strong NOI performance Monitor key metrics including guest satisfaction, market share, and operating results General Managers are ultimately responsible for profitability, guest satisfaction, and overall hotel performance across all departments. Lead and Build a Winning Team Hire, train, coach, and develop department leaders and staff Set clear expectations, hold teams accountable, and recognize performance Create a culture of service, ownership, and pride Deliver an Exceptional Guest Experience Ensure every guest interaction reflects professionalism and care Lead service recovery and elevate guest satisfaction scores Build a strong reputation in the local market Own Strategy and Growth Execute the annual business plan and identify growth opportunities Partner with revenue and sales functions to drive performance Represent the hotel with ownership, brand partners, and the community What You Bring 3-5+ years of hotel leadership experience Prior General Manager or strong Assistant General Manager experience Proven ability to drive financial performance and manage costs Strong leadership presence and team-building capability Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills Hands-on, accountable, and results-driven mindset Who You Are You are not a passive manager.

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Walks the hotel and knows what's happening in every department Steps in to solve problems, not escalate them Builds a team that performs — not just shows up Takes ownership of the business like it's your own Why Gulf Shores Work where others vacation. Gulf Shores offers beautiful beaches, a growing tourism market, and a high-energy hospitality environment that rewards strong leadership and operational excellence. Additional Information A&R Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws. The selected candidate will be required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement and must maintain confidentiality of company and guest information. Ready to Lead? If you're ready to take full ownership of a hotel and drive performance at a high level, we want to hear from you. Apply today and bring your leadership to Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores .

REQUIREMENTS A&R

Group is a vertically integrated turn-key hospitality firm focused on developing and operating high-value hotels through partnerships with globally recognized hotel brands. Equipped with full-service Development, Design, Construction and Hospitality Management teams, A&R is capable of addressing every stage of the process - from initial conception to ongoing maintenance and operations, A&R is the one-stop shop for every hospitality requisite.