General Manager - Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a dynamic, experienced General Manager to lead the iconic Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection-a stylish, upscale lifestyle hotel in the heart of downtown San Diego.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a distinctive Marriott-branded property known for its vibrant atmosphere, exceptional guest experience, and prime location. We are seeking a proven hotel leader who can elevate performance, inspire teams, build strong owner relationships, and continue driving success in one of California's most competitive hospitality markets.

Why Crescent?

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we don't just manage hotels-we create exceptional guest experiences and meaningful careers for our people.

We believe our Associates are the heart of everything we do. That's why we invest in your growth, celebrate your impact, and create an environment where you can truly thrive.

You'll be supported by:

• A culture that values authentic leadership and individuality
• Best-in-class learning and development opportunities
• Industry-leading health, wellness, and travel benefits
• A company that encourages you to grow, lead, and shine

You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

What You'll Do

As General Manager, you will serve as the strategic and operational leader of the hotel-driving performance, cultivating culture, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will:

• Lead all aspects of hotel operations with a focus on guest satisfaction, financial performance, and team engagement
• Inspire and develop a high-performing leadership team across all departments
• Drive revenue, profitability, and market positioning through strategic planning and execution
• Ensure operational excellence across product quality, service delivery, and Marriott brand standards
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with ownership, community partners, and key stakeholders
• Lead within a union environment, ensuring positive labor relations, contract compliance, and productive team engagement
• Act as the face of the hotel-both internally and in the local San Diego market

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience as a General Manager or Hotel Manager in a full-service hotel environment
• Union leadership experience required
• Marriott brand experience strongly preferred
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L statements, budgets, forecasts, and business plans
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive results, and elevate performance
• Hands-on leadership style with a passion for hospitality and guest experience
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience in lifestyle or upscale independent/branded hotel environments highly valued

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive and comprehensive package designed to reward and support you:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Incentive Bonus Plan
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Exclusive travel discounts across Crescent-managed properties

This is more than a General Manager role-it's an opportunity to lead one of San Diego's premier lifestyle hotels, shape its future, and make a lasting impact within a growing, people-focused organization.

If you're a strategic leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional results, we'd love to connect.