Assistant General Manager

The Clyde Hotel•Albuquerque, NM

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is a hands-on operational leader responsible for executing the daily success of the hotel while developing into a future General Manager within Heritage Hotels & Resorts. This role is designed for a high-potential hospitality leader who has mastered department-level leadership and is ready to broaden their business acumen through mentorship, strategic exposure, and enterprise leadership. Working alongside an experienced General Manager, the AGM leads day-to-day hotel operations, develops high-performing teams, and ensures exceptional guest experiences while gaining meaningful experience in financial leadership, owner relations, business strategy, revenue optimization, and organizational leadership. The AGM is expected to think beyond today's operation and begin preparing to lead an entire hotel.

Requirements

Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and guide multiple department leaders.
Comprehensive understanding of full-service hotel operations including Rooms Division, Food & Beverage, Banquets, and Facilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with guests, employees, and executive leadership.
Strong operational decision-making and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments.
Financial acumen including labor management, expense control, forecasting, and revenue awareness.
Ability to analyze operational data and performance metrics to drive improvements.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and maintain alignment across departments.
Commitment to maintaining elevated hospitality standards and guest satisfaction.
3+ years of progressive leadership experience within a full-service hotel environment.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple operational departments such as Rooms, Food & Beverage, Banquets, or Facilities.
Experience managing budgets, labor forecasting, and operational performance metrics required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Prior experience as an Operations Manager, Rooms Division Manager, or similar senior leadership role strongly preferred.
Experience in luxury or upscale hospitality environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a highly visible leadership presence across the property, modeling professionalism and service excellence in all interactions.
Oversee day-to-day hotel operations to ensure consistency, efficiency, and alignment with brand and service standards.
Partner with the General Manager to execute operational strategies, business plans, and performance objectives.
Review occupancy forecasts, group business, and event schedules to ensure proper staffing, service readiness, and operational alignment.
Provide leadership support to Rooms Division operations, including Guest Experience, Front Office, and Housekeeping teams.
Oversee Food & Beverage and Banquet operations to ensure service quality, execution, and guest satisfaction.
Ensure effective communication and coordination across all departments to support seamless guest experiences.
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex guest service issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
Support revenue performance by identifying opportunities to enhance guest experience, operational efficiency, and service delivery.
Assist in managing departmental budgets, labor planning, and operational expenses to align with financial goals.
Monitor key performance indicators including guest satisfaction scores, online reputation, service metrics, and departmental performance.
Ensure compliance with all legal, safety, labor, and operational standards, as well as brand requirements.
Support recruitment, training, coaching, and development of department leaders and team members.
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement across all departments.
Lead or participate in daily, weekly, and monthly operational meetings to ensure alignment and forward planning.
Safeguard company assets and ensure proper handling of financial, guest, and operational information.
Assume full property oversight and decision-making authority in the absence of the General Manager.
Perform other related duties as assigned.