hotel manager

Crash Hotel | Downtown Squamish, BC Temporary, Full-Time | In-Person Position This is your opportunity to lead one of the coolest boutique hotels around, nestled between the mountains and ocean in vibrant Squamish, BC. The Vibe Crash Hotel isn?t a typical boutique hotel. Our 27 rooms sit above some of the liveliest bars in town. We have no parking?but we make up for it with our dog-friendly, bike-friendly energy, unbeatable downtown location and bold personality. Guests come for the adventure, stay for the vibe and remember us for our style, attitude and ease. We are proud to be different?and our guests love us for it. The Role As Interim Hotel Manager, you are the hands-on leader and heartbeat of the operation. You will oversee the team, guest experience, housekeeping, maintenance, systems and daily financial performance. This is not a remote or desk-based management role. You will be regularly present at the hotel, connected to employees and willing to step into any area when needed. That may include checking in guests, inspecting or cleaning rooms, supporting housekeeping, restocking supplies or helping resolve maintenance issues. A major focus of this role is employee relations. You will build trust, keep employees engaged and motivated, recognize good work, address concerns early and hold the team accountable to clear standards. Crash Hotel operates 24/7. The manager is responsible for creating reliable systems and team coverage for after-hours needs. However, as the senior operational leader, you are also the last line of defence when a serious guest, staffing, safety, security or property issue cannot be resolved by the team. This requires reasonable after-hours availability and a willingness to step in personally when necessary. Key ResponsibilitiesPeople and Culture * Lead, motivate and support a small hotel team * Build positive, professional relationships with employees * Hold regular check-ins and maintain clear team communication * Set expectations and provide training, coaching and feedback * Recognize strong work and create an engaged, respectful workplace * Address performance issues, workplace concerns and conflict promptly and fairly * Manage scheduling, attendance, shift coverage, hiring and onboarding * Ensure employees have the information, supplies and support needed to succeed * Maintain WorkSafeBC, employment and safety standards Hotel Operations * Lead and actively participate in daily hotel operations * Coordinate front desk, housekeeping, room readiness, maintenance and vendors * Inspect rooms and common areas for cleanliness, safety and brand standards * Work alongside housekeeping and assist with room turnovers when needed * Cover front-desk and other operational gaps when necessary * Oversee hotel technology, security, plumbing, HVAC and repairs * Manage supplies, inventory and service providers * Use Cloudbeds, Akia/Whistle, Expedia, Booking.com and keyless-entry systems * Maintain clear procedures for late-night guest needs and emergencies * Act as the final escalation point when urgent issues cannot be resolved by the scheduled employee * Keep ownership informed of significant incidents, risks and operational needs Guest Experience and Reviews * Oversee the full guest journey, from booking through departure * Respond quickly and professionally to guest concerns * Coach employees to resolve guest issues effectively * Monitor and respond to online reviews * Investigate negative feedback and correct recurring service or operational problems * Share positive reviews with the team and recognize strong performance * Improve guest satisfaction and overall review scores * Support group, corporate and extended-stay bookings Business Performance * Help drive occupancy, revenue and profitability * Monitor expenses, forecasting and market competitiveness * Track operational and financial performance * Work with ownership and marketing partners on slow-season strategies * Re