General Manager - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton • Santa Barbara, CA

1d • $300,000 - $320,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The General Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership for the resort, driving financial performance, operational excellence, and exceptional guest experience. This leader will oversee all aspects of the property while developing a high-performing team and fostering strong relationships with ownership, Hilton, and the local community. The ideal candidate will be a proven hospitality executive with experience leading a large-scale luxury or upper-upscale resort. The successful GM will bring strong commercial acumen, operational discipline, and a passion for service, while positioning the resort for continued growth and success in the Santa Barbara market.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ General Manager experience managing a property with minimum $30 million revenue.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with expertise in budget management, financial oversight, revenue optimization, and driving profitability.
• Demonstrated eye for detail and a commitment to delivering elevated, luxury-level hospitality and guest experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to drive high team member engagement and build a strong culture, with a proven track record of developing talent, improving retention, and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong community leadership and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish a trusted presence within Santa Barbara, while building meaningful local partnerships, and leveraging community connections to drive business and long-term success.

Nice To Haves

• Resort experience.
• Local market experience.
• Hilton brand experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the resort.
• Drive financial performance, operational excellence, and exceptional guest experience.
• Oversee all aspects of the property.
• Develop a high-performing team.
• Foster strong relationships with ownership, Hilton, and the local community.
• Manage owner relations and foster positive partnerships.
• Identify opportunities for business expansion and drive long-term profitability in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed