Hotel General Manager

Marcus Corporation • Lincoln, NE

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the legendary Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel, an icon that has defined warmth and elegance for nearly 90 years. We are seeking a General Manager responsible for delivering operational excellence and memorable guest experiences while fostering a positive, high-performance culture. Success in this role will be measured by the achievement of financial goals, guest satisfaction scores, associate engagement results, and the hotel's continued reputation as a pillar in the Lincoln community. As part of the Marcus Hotels & Resorts family, our hotel is known for its unique character and style, with 300 beautifully appointed rooms and over 46,000 square feet of event space. You'll be at the center of it all, surrounded by stunning features and modern amenities.

Requirements

• Proven track record of successfully leading high-performing teams, cultivating a culture of accountability, engagement, service excellence, and associate development.
• Demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth, profitability, and market share through strategic business planning, revenue management, sales, and marketing leadership.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing hotel P&Ls, forecasting, budgeting, expense controls, capital planning, and overall business performance.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to analyze market trends, competitive intelligence, and operational data to identify opportunities and make informed business decisions.
• Highly visible, hands-on leader with exceptional communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills and a passion for delivering personalized luxury guest experiences.
• Experience directing and supporting sales and marketing initiatives that position a property as a market leader within its competitive set while driving occupancy, ADR, and RevPAR performance.
• Strong knowledge of hotel operations, revenue management principles, property management systems, and full-service hotel environments.
• Experience as a Hotel General Manager or other key leadership roles within a full-service branded or non-branded environment is required.

Nice To Haves

• Marriott systems experience is a plus.
• Marriott brand and systems experience would be helpful.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent hospitality leadership experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Champion the hotel’s strategic vision and drive its execution through innovative planning and decisive leadership.
• Foster a culture of excellence by empowering associates to deliver outstanding guest service and personalized care.
• Serve as an active community partner, enhancing the hotel’s presence and impact within the local area.
• Ensure financial performance by delivering accurate forecasts and making timely staffing and operational adjustments.
• Partner with corporate leadership and the commercial team to develop and execute strategies that drive revenue growth, strengthen market position, enhance food and beverage offerings, guide capital investments, and capitalize on emerging market opportunities.
• Engage directly in sales efforts through property tours, presentations, and client meetings to support business growth.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, development, and retention of top talent across all departments.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to team members, cultivating a respectful and productive work environment.

Benefits

• Standard Hotel Executive privileges
• Potential for annual incentives based on property and personal performance
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Marriott worldwide locations
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 1 month of employment)
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee assistance program offer
• 401k with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager