EN - General Manager

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

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General Manager
Be an ambassador of the brand and the property as General Manager, where your leadership, strong interpersonal skills and strategic vision will drive an engaged team, guest satisfaction and maximized operating results. You will bring your strong commercial and business acumen, and tenacity to drive the top line to exceed targets, and to position the property in the economy marketplace.

Are you a high-energy leader with a passion for people? ibis budget Derby is looking for a hands-on General Manager to lead our team and drive success at our vibrant, fast-paced hotel. As part of the Accor family, we don’t just provide beds, we create easy, comfortable stays for everyone. If you’re a 'Heartist' who loves to balance guest happiness with sharp commercial results, we want to hear from you.

The Role

• Be the Captain: Lead, inspire, and develop a multi-tasking team to deliver top-tier service.

• Drive Results: Take full ownership of the P&L;, managing budgets, and achieving revenue targets.

• Grow the Business: Take an active role in driving local sales and occupancy. Plan and execute weekly sales activities including local business outreach, competitor analysis, and partnership development to generate new revenue streams. Build strong relationships with local companies, contractors, and event organisers to secure repeat and contracted business.

• Maintain Excellence: Ensure the hotel shines by upholding strict brand, safety, and hygiene standards.

• Guest First: Be visible and proactive, ensuring every guest leaves with a smile.

What’s In It for You?

• Salary: Competitive salary based on experience.

• Bonus Potential: Annual performance-based bonus.

• Accor Benefits: Worldwide discounts on hotel stays and food & beverage through the 'Bienvenue' card.

• Growth: Access to industry-leading training through Accor Academy to take your career to the next level.

Your experience and skills include:

• Experience: Proven leadership in a hotel environment, GM or strong Deputy/AGM level.

• The 'Budget' Mindset: Experience in the economy sector is a huge plus. You know how to be efficient without losing the human touch, strategic, creative and able to communicate effectively.

• Commercial Savvy: A strong ability to identify revenue opportunities, manage costs, and proactively drive sales through consistent weekly activity and local market engagement.

• Sales Focus: Confident in networking, local market analysis, and implementing structured weekly sales plans that deliver measurable business growth.

• Energy: A positive, 'can-do' attitude that motivates the team even during the morning rush, Passionate to grow and develop self and others

 

Your team and working environment:

Our hotel is powered by a small, close-knit award winning team of Team Leaders and Team Members who take pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences every day. We foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail, where every team member is trusted to make a difference and contribute to the continued success of the business.