General Manager - Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead (Finance)
About the Opportunity
Are you ready to lead one of Atlanta's most iconic luxury hotels? The Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead is seeking a visionary General Manager to oversee daily operations, inspire a high-performing team, and uphold the highest standards of service and excellence.
In this role, you'll be at the forefront of delivering the distinctive Waldorf experience-guiding a cohesive team, driving operational and financial performance, and ensuring every guest encounter reflects refined Southern hospitality. We're looking for a dynamic leader with a proven background in upscale hospitality who can balance strategic direction with hands-on leadership.
This is more than a leadership role-it's an opportunity to shape the future of a world-class hotel and make a lasting impact on both our team and our guests. If you're passionate about luxury service and ready to elevate a premier property, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.
About the Property
Located in Atlanta's prestigious Buckhead district, Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead offers refined luxury with timeless Southern charm. The 42-story hotel features 127 elegant rooms and suites designed by Robert A. M. Stern, with high ceilings, marble bathrooms, soaking tubs, and sweeping skyline or terrace views.
Guests can relax in the tranquil English garden, unwind in the 15,000 sq. ft. spa with 13 treatment rooms and vitality pools, or enjoy the indoor lap pool, 24-hour fitness center, and yoga studio. Dining includes French-inspired cuisine at Brassica, vintage cocktails at the bar, and weekend afternoon tea.
Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, digital keys, concierge service, EV charging, and a house car for local excursions. Just steps from Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, the hotel also offers elegant event spaces for up to 250 guests-delivered with signature Waldorf service.
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What are we looking for?
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years General Manager or 5 years Hotel Manager experience managing a hotel with $20M or greater in revenue.
- A proven track record of driving top-line revenue growth and capturing market share.
- Demonstrated success in leading luxury or upscale hospitality operations, with a deep understanding of high-end guest service standards and brand excellence.
- Proven experience and passion building engaging service cultures, mentoring and developing high performing teams.
- Ability to build and maintain successful ownership relationships.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of the operational and service nuances of luxury hotels with a residential component, ensuring seamless experiences for both hotel guests and long-term residents.
- Local market experience.
- Hilton brand experience.
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
