General Manager

The General Manager at The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection holds the ultimate responsibility for leading every facet of hotel operations—from Rooms, Food & Beverage, and Sales & Marketing, to Finance, Administration, and Engineering.

Distinguished with the Best Boutique Hotel award , The Drake Oak Brook is a celebrated destination where guests experience refined accommodations, elevated dining at Coa , and world-class banquet and event offerings .

What You’ll Do

• Deliver guest experiences that resonate. Proactively anticipate needs and ensure service, amenities, and programming align with luxury expectations.
• Drive financial performance. Partner with sales, marketing, and revenue management to maximize topline revenue, control expenses, and achieve or exceed budgeted results.
• Elevate dining & events. Ensure Coa delivers bold, vibrant cuisine and that banquet and event spaces set the standard for memorable celebrations, meetings, and gatherings.
• Build and inspire teams. Hire, train, and retain best-in-class talent who embrace accountability, creativity, and collaboration.
• Lead with vision. Model the property’s culture of excellence while empowering department heads to deliver operational consistency and inspired guest service.
• Foster inclusion and belonging. Champion a workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, supports growth, and cultivates engagement among associates.
• Be the brand steward. Protect and evolve the hotel’s reputation by aligning with Marriott Autograph Collection standards and First Hospitality’s values.
• Stay guest-obsessed. Listen actively, empathize, and act swiftly to resolve challenges and elevate satisfaction.
• Ensure readiness. Maintain safety protocols, emergency procedures, and operational best practices at all times.

What Makes You Successful

Experience & Education

Leadership & Communication

About First Hospitality

Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Chicago, First Hospitality is a forward-thinking hotel development, investment, and management company.

First Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Base pay range

$150,000.00 / yr - $200,000.00 / yr

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