General Manager

Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest

Lincoln, NE

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budgeting, Coaching, Communication Skills, Cost Control, Financial Operations, Food and Beverage Industry, Forecasting, Hospitality Revenue, Hotel Management, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Microsoft Office, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Property Management, Regulations, Revenue Growth, Sales, Strategic Planning, Team Player
LOCATION
Lincoln, NE
POSTED
11 days ago

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the operations of our Holiday Inn property. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in hotel leadership, exceptional guest service skills, and strong financial and operational management experience. Previous experience managing or working within an IHG-branded hotel is required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of hotel operations, including front office, housekeeping, food & beverage, maintenance, and sales.
  • Deliver outstanding guest experiences while maintaining IHG brand standards.
  • Lead, coach, and develop department managers and team members.
  • Drive revenue growth and maximize profitability through effective budgeting and cost control.
  • Monitor financial performance, forecasting, and operational metrics.
  • Ensure compliance with IHG policies, brand standards, and local regulations.
  • Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and service excellence.
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve guest satisfaction and market performance.

Qualifications

  • Required: Previous management experience with an IHG-branded hotel (Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, InterContinental, or other IHG brands).
  • Minimum 3–5 years of hotel management experience, preferably as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager.
  • Strong knowledge of hotel operations, revenue management, budgeting, and labor management.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to achieve financial and guest satisfaction goals.
  • Proficiency with hotel property management systems and Microsoft Office.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Professional growth and career advancement opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment

Required Experience: Applicants must have prior IHG hotel experience. Candidates without IHG brand experience will not be considered.

About the Company

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Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest