General Manager

Job overview

The General Manager role is onsite at the Padre Hotel in Bakersfield, CA, with an annual salary range of $100,000–$110,000. The hotel offers accommodations, dining, and special events in a historic downtown setting. The general manager leads overall hotel operations, department heads, and employee management while overseeing budgets, revenue, expenses, and guest service. The role supports operational excellence, profitability, and a workplace culture centered on teamwork and accountability.

What you'll do

• Oversee daily hotel operations and department heads
• manage recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, and performance
• develop budgets and monitor revenue, labor, and expenses
• review financial statements and prepare monthly P&L reviews
• inspect the property
• lead meetings
• address guest and employee concerns
• ensure regulatory compliance
• oversee events and administrative responsibilities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

general manager

bakersfield ca

hotel operations

hospitality

guest experience

team leadership

budgeting

financial reporting

$100k–$110k

padre hotel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off
• separate sick time after 90 days
• Employee Assistance Program
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• employee discounts at Eat, Drink and Sleep locations in California and Arizona.

Why this role

Five or more years of relevant hospitality management experience preferred; bachelor’s degree and Certified Hotel Administrator certification preferred.

About the employer

Padre Hotel is hiring for this role. Industry: Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels. Sector: 72.