Job Details: Job Location: Hampton Inn Metairie - Metairie, LA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Management, General Manager – Hampton Inn by Hilton | Metairie, LA
Lead a Hilton Hotel in the Heart of Greater New Orleans
Ready to run your own hotel in one of the most exciting markets in the South?
A&R Hospitality is hiring a General Manager to lead the Hampton Inn by Hilton in Metairie, Louisiana, minutes from New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International Airport, and the Superdome.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who loves being on the floor, building a great team, and running a clean, profitable, guest-focused hotel. You'll have the strength of the Hilton brand behind you and the support of an experienced hospitality company.
Why This Role Is Different
Metairie gives you a market with demand all year: corporate travel, airline and airport business, youth sports, medical visitors, weddings, and the major events that fill the whole city, including Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, the Sugar Bowl, and Saints games.
As General Manager, you'll own the results. You'll lead your team, deliver the Hampton guest experience, control costs, and grow revenue in a competitive suburban market. You'll report to A&R's Regional Director of Operations, with real support and room to lead.
What You'll Own
Hotel Operations & Brand Standards
Oversee day-to-day operations across Front Desk, Housekeeping, Maintenance, and breakfast service
Deliver the Hampton by Hilton guest experience and meet all Hilton brand standards
Prepare for Hilton quality assurance audits and make sure corrective actions are completed on time
Ensure compliance with A&R company policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and safety and regulatory requirements
Leadership & Team Development
Lead a lean, cross-functional team, often managing multiple departments directly
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and develop associates
Set clear expectations, hold your team accountable, and recognize strong performance
Address employee relations concerns promptly and in partnership with Human Resources
Build a culture of teamwork, ownership, and service excellence
P&L Management & Cost Control
Own the hotel's P&L and financial performance
Drive labor management, cost control, and expense management to maximize GOP and NOI
Manage payroll, utilities, and operating expenses against budget
Execute the hotel's annual business plan and budget
Revenue & Market Performance
Partner with sales and revenue management to execute pricing and revenue strategies
Monitor occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, and market share (STR/CoStar) against the competitive set
Build local business with corporate accounts, airlines, sports teams, medical facilities, and event demand
Get the most from the Hilton Honors program and Hilton's distribution channels
Guest Experience
Deliver a consistent, positive guest experience at every touchpoint
Resolve guest issues quickly and professionally
Monitor guest satisfaction scores and online reviews, and act on feedback
Maintain strong Hilton guest satisfaction results
Property & Asset Management
Keep the hotel clean, well-maintained, and in good repair
Oversee preventative maintenance programs and vendor relationships
Protect company assets and maintain inventory controls
Lead hurricane preparedness and storm recovery for the property and team
Reporting & Administration
Prepare and submit required reports accurately and on time
Track key performance indicators, including occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, guest satisfaction scores, and labor and operating cost ratios
Maintain accurate documentation and records
What Success Looks Like
The hotel beats budget and grows its share of the Metairie market
Hilton quality audits are passed with strong results
Guest satisfaction scores and online reviews climb
Labor and costs stay on target, even during big-event surges
Your team is stable, well-trained, and proud of the hotel
Requirements
2–3+ years of hotel operations experience
Prior supervisory or hotel management experience
Strong understanding of front desk and housekeeping operations
Proven ability to manage costs and run a lean operation
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours, with on-call availability
Preferred
General Manager experience at a branded limited-service hotel • Hilton or Hampton Inn experience • Familiarity with Hilton OnQ or other hotel PMS systems • Experience with lean staffing models • New Orleans–area market experience • Hurricane preparedness experience
Why A&R Hospitality
Your own hotel. Lead a Hampton Inn with full accountability and real authority
The power of Hilton. One of the most trusted hotel brands in the world, backed by Hilton Honors
A market with energy. Greater New Orleans brings year-round demand and some of the biggest events in the country
Room to grow. Join a growing hospitality company that develops its leaders
Total Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
You'll be eligible for the following benefits and incentives, each subject to applicable policies, eligibility requirements, and future changes:
Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision for you and eligible dependents, starting the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
401(k) plan: Eligible after six months
Paid time off: Accrues based on years of service and is available after 90 days
Paid holidays: Company-paid holidays per the published schedule
Supplemental insurance: Optional programs through Principal
Telehealth: Low-cost virtual care through Recuro
Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support for you and your family
Expense reimbursement: For approved business expenses
The Details
Location: On-site at the Hampton Inn by Hilton, Metairie, LA
Schedule: Full-time, salaried exempt. Flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed, with on-call availability
Reports to: Regional Director of Operations
To be considered, your resume must list every hotel where you have worked in a management role, including the hotel name or brand, city and state, your title, and your dates in the role. Applications without this information may not be reviewed.
This is not a remote role. If you're ready to lead a Hilton hotel in Greater New Orleans, apply today.
A&R Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities. The selected candidate will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
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Qualifications: What We’re Looking For:
Minimum 3 years of hotel operations experience
At least 1 year in a GM or AGM leadership role
Strong leadership, communication, and team building skills
Proven success in revenue management and financial performance
Hilton or major brand experience strongly preferred
High emotional intelligence and sound decision making
Ability to work weekends/holidays based on hotel demand
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or related field preferred