Hotel General Manager

General ManagerHotel Elysium Ely, MinnesotaExpected Start: July/August 2026 | Hotel Opening: Fall 2026Hotel Elysium is seeking an experienced, motivated, and hospitality-driven General Manager to help lead the opening and operations of a new boutique hotel destination in the heart of downtown Ely, Minnesota.This is a rare opportunity to help shape and grow a one-of-a-kind hospitality experience featuring a luxury spa, restaurant, cocktail program, ballroom/event space, and vinyl speakeasy bar in the Northwoods. We are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in hospitality, understands elevated guest experiences, and can confidently oversee daily operations while building a strong and positive team culture from the ground up.At Hotel Elysium, we believe hospitality begins with people. We are committed to building an environment centered around mentorship, accountability, creativity, professionalism, and exceptional guest service. The General Manager will play a critical role in developing both the team and the long-term vision of the property.Position OverviewThe General Manager will oversee all aspects of hotel operations and serve as the primary leader for the property. This role requires strong operational knowledge, leadership, communication, organization, and the ability to create memorable guest experiences while managing a high-performing team.The ideal candidate is proactive, self-motivated, calm under pressure, and passionate about hospitality, food & beverage, events, and boutique hotel culture.ResponsibilitiesOversee the daily operations of all hotel departmentsRecruit, train, mentor, and lead hotel staff across front desk, housekeeping, food & beverage, events, maintenance, and guest servicesBuild and maintain a strong, team-oriented workplace cultureEnsure exceptional guest experiences and service standards throughout the propertyCoordinate hotel operations including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, inventory, and labor managementAssist with weddings, private events, concerts, and special programmingWork closely with restaurant, bar, spa, and event operations to ensure seamless guest experiencesManage hotel rates, availability, and operational performance across booking channelsDevelop strategies, procedures, and systems to support long-term operational successMaintain cleanliness, organization, presentation standards, and overall guest satisfactionResolve guest concerns professionally and efficientlyIdentify operational challenges proactively and implement effective solutionsRepresent Hotel Elysium within the Ely community and broader hospitality marketCoordinate with ownership on hotel growth, staffing, branding, and long-term goalsQualifications3–5+ years of hotel or hospitality management experience preferredStrong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsExperience managing teams in fast-paced hospitality environmentsKnowledge of hotel operations, guest services, and food & beverage managementFinancial understanding including labor management, budgeting, forecasting, and cost controlAbility to multitask, stay organized, and problem-solve under pressureExperience with weddings, events, boutique hotels, or lifestyle hospitality concepts is a plusComfortable with hospitality software, scheduling systems, and technology-driven operationsPassion for hospitality, guest experience, and team developmentSelf-motivated with strong decision-making and execution skillsWhat We Offer Healthcare, dental, 401(k)Exceptional compensation package with opportunities to increase earnings through events, guest experience and the successful growth of a premier boutique hotelLong-term growth and leadership opportunitiesPerformance based bonuses tied to the hotel restaurant and event success with significant autonomy in ability to shape hotel culture and operationsUnique Northwoods lifestyle surrounded by lakes, nature, live events, and outdoor recreation