Spanish speaking General Manager for a Luxury Integrated Resort in Puerto Rico

Spanish speaking General Manager for a Luxury Integrated Resort in Puerto RicoBackground with one of the top five global luxury hotel groups is essential. Forbes 4- or 5-star service standards experience preferred.This is a unique opportunity to lead one of Puerto Rico’s premier luxury integrated resorts, offering the chance to make a significant impact on a high-profile asset while working with sophisticated ownership and a world-class team.We are seeking an accomplished and highly strategic General Manager to lead a large-scale, luxury integrated resort in Puerto Rico. This flagship property features 400+ guestrooms, multiple food & beverage venues, golf facilities, beach club, pools, spa, and extensive recreational amenities.The ideal candidate is a dynamic and hands-on leader with a proven track record in managing complex resort operations, driving financial performance, and cultivating a high-performance culture. Experience within one of the world’s leading luxury hotel groups is essential, along with a strong background in Forbes-rated environments.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide overall leadership and strategic direction for all resort operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and service excellenceOversee a multi-dimensional operation including Rooms, Food & Beverage (multi-outlet), Golf, Spa, Beach Club, Pools, and RecreationDrive total revenue optimization and profitability (GOP) across all business segmentsLead, inspire, and develop a large workforce of 500+ employees, fostering a strong service-driven and performance-oriented cultureEnsure seamless coordination across all departments to deliver consistent luxury standardsCollaborate closely with ownership and asset management teams; provide regular performance updates and strategic recommendationsOversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, ensuring alignment with ownership expectationsMaintain and elevate Forbes 4- or 5-star service standards (preferred experience)Identify and implement innovative sales, marketing, and revenue-generating initiativesEnsure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and brand standardsCandidate ProfileProven experience as a General Manager (or equivalent senior leadership role) in a large-scale luxury resort (400+ rooms)Background with one of the top five global luxury hotel groups is essential.Strong experience managing complex, multi-revenue stream operations including:Multiple F&B outletsGolf course operationsBeach club and recreational facilitiesCasino operations experience is a strong advantage.Demonstrated success in driving total revenue and GOP performance across rooms, F&B, golf, spa, and ancillary services.Extensive experience managing large teams with a proven ability to build and sustain high-performing cultures.Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management in a resort environment.Experience presenting to ownership, investors, and asset managers with confidence and credibility.Prior experience in the Caribbean, Latin America, or similar destination resort markets is highly desirableFluent in English; Spanish proficiency is strongly preferredKey CompetenciesStrategic leadership with strong operational executionCommercially driven with a results-oriented mindsetExceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsHands-on leadership style with attention to detailAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, complex resort environmentStrong cultural awareness and adaptabilityEducation & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field requiredAdvanced degree preferredCompensation: Salary range: US$320,000 - US$350,000 plus bonus and extensive company benefits and allowances.If you qualify for this position, please send your current resume and cover note to Mr. Steve Renard, President at Best regards,Steve RenardStephen J. Renard PresidentRenard International Hospitality Search Consultants