Dual Assistant General Manager

Janko Hospitality•Ottawa, IL

6d•$58,000 - $68,000•Onsite

About The Position

Janko Hospitality is a Chicago-based operator of upscale full-service, boutique lifestyle, extended-stay, and select-service hotels throughout the Midwest. The firm’s award-winning properties within the Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG brand families have made Janko Hospitality a 2023 Hotel Business Magazine Top 100 Hospitality Management Company. Janko Hospitality is a growth company focused on expansion through strategic acquisition, development, and third-party management. With a passion for people, a proven track record of solid financial performance, honorable community involvement, and an unwavering commitment to quality, Janko Hospitality is a management company that will provide an exceptional hospitality experience to guests, owners, and associates.

Requirements

Proven leadership experience within hotel operations, including guest service, associate engagement, and operational management.
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive hospitality management experience; dual-property or multi-unit experience strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of hotel operations, financial management, labor controls, and revenue performance strategies.
Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead teams and build strong working relationships.
Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive and solution-oriented leadership approach.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, hotel property management systems, and operational technology platforms.
High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.
Ability to remain active throughout shifts and perform physical tasks as necessary, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations and team performance across both hotel properties, ensuring consistent service standards and operational excellence.
Support the Dual General Manager in leading all operational departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Maintenance, and Food & Beverage operations where applicable.
Provide leadership presence with flexibility to work varied schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and 24/7 on-call support as needed.
Drive guest satisfaction by responding to guest concerns, resolving service recovery opportunities, and ensuring brand standards are consistently achieved.
Monitor operational and financial performance, including labor management, expense control, invoice processing, and revenue optimization initiatives.
Support recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and development of associates while fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture.
Ensure compliance with company policies, brand standards, OSHA, HAZCOM, safety procedures, and all local, state, and federal regulations.
Support guest service needs, ensuring property safety standards, and managing lost and found procedures professionally.
Utilize property management systems, reporting tools, Microsoft Office applications, and operational systems to support efficient hotel operations.
Collaborate with hotel leadership and corporate partners to achieve operational goals, financial targets, and guest service objectives.
Effectively divide time and attention between both properties to ensure balanced leadership support and operational consistency.