EXPERIENCED Hotel Assistant General Manager

Donohoe Hospitality Services Careers•Washington, DC

1d•$85,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Come join our team at Hyatt Place National Mall! Working at the Hyatt Place National Mall hotel offers a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic environment in the heart of Washington, D.C. Employees are surrounded by world-renowned attractions such as the Smithsonian museums and historical landmarks, providing an enriching and educational backdrop to their daily work. The hotel's prime location also offers easy access to exciting entertainment options, including concerts at The Anthem, waterfront dining, and leisurely strolls along the nearby District Wharf. Joining the team at Hyatt Place National Mall means being part of a community that values exceptional guest experiences and offers a stimulating and rewarding workplace. Experienced Hotel Assistant General Manager Salary $85,000 - $90,000 (experience-based compensation) Position Summary As Assistant General Manager, you are a driving force behind the property's success—fueling profitability while setting new benchmarks for excellence across every dimension of hospitality. You'll lead with passion and precision, championing Donohoe Hospitality Services' premium standards in total revenue growth, team empowerment & satisfaction, guest delight, and exceptional GOP performance. This is more than a leadership role—it's a chance to inspire greatness, energize operations, and create unforgettable experiences that elevate and exceed expectations at every turn.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
Must have at least 3 years of successful AGM and/or department head experience in medium to large hotels.
Communicate clearly and respond promptly to both large and small audiences.
Relate effectively to all employees, including those with limited education/experience.
Maintain a calm demeanor in a very fast-paced environment.
Fit within the hotel's culture.
Has the management style and skills needed now, is collaborative and teamwork-oriented, and exhibits fairness, ethics, and integrity.
Handle any emergency.
Inspire, train, and mentor others for promotion.
Multitask and delegate to achieve maximum desired results.
Ensure employees know that GM/AGM/Managers are working for their benefit and that there is always an open-door policy.
Inspire people to want to do better/to want to meet/exceed goals.
Set the example for everyone else in the hotel on how we should work, treat each other, ensure guests want to come back, and resolve differences.

Nice To Haves

Hyatt Hotel experience is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Monitor and help manage all hotel operating expenses
Review guestroom inventory management to maximize guestroom/suite revenue.
Ensure Department Heads follow proper procedures for the selection, training, counseling, and motivation of hourly employees.
Hire, train, and motivate managers.
Ensure that all managers do the same for their employees.
Monitor Guest Voice scores, especially those that do not rate the hotel at the highest rating.
Have Guest Relations cases checked daily.
Train and work closely with department heads to ensure focus on DHS & Hotel goals are met.
Assist in developing team members for higher-responsibility positions.
Also, ensure that meetings are necessary, useful, and productive in the least amount of time.
Meet with all departments to discuss goals and progress toward them.
Assist with developing operational standards end expectations to drive the hotel's success.
Responsible for a safe environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents to employees and guests.
Ensure incident reports are promptly completed in the event of an employee or guest injury, with thorough follow-up to minimize the hotel's costs and prevent future incidents.
Inspect various parts of the hotel daily to ensure that guestrooms, public spaces, grounds, work areas, and kitchen areas meet cleanliness standards.
Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.
Work with the General Manager to help maintain all areas of the Dashboard for the DHS premium.
Ensure all brand standards/initiatives are being complied with daily.
Assist the GM in preparing forecasts and in developing, implementing, and monitoring the budget to maximize revenue and minimize expenses, while ensuring adequate supplies and staff are in place.