- Location
- Waukegan, IL
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Source
- PCRecruiter
Description
Position Responsibilities
- Provide overall strategic and operational leadership across all onsite business units, including lodging, food & beverage, retail gift shops, and private/public events.
- Drive site-wide financial performance by managing complex P&L accounts, developing annual budgets, forecasting revenue, and implementing targeted expense controls.
- Guide and execute creative marketing strategies, local partnerships, and revenue-generating initiatives to elevate brand awareness and drive guest engagement.
- Mentor, train, and build high-performing leadership teams while fostering a supportive, transparent workplace culture focused on employee development.
- Ensure impeccable property maintenance standards inside and out, keeping the resort operating cleanly, safely, and efficiently.
- Maintain direct, hands-on oversight during high-volume periods while actively coordinating cross-departmental operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences.
- Maintain regulatory compliance across health, safety, labor, hospitality, and liquor licensing frameworks.
Position Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of progressive multi-unit operations leadership experience within lodging, food & beverage, retail, or destination resort environments.
- At least 4 years directly managing department heads or multi-functional operational management teams.
- Proven business acumen managing complex financial structures, revenue optimization, and operational budgeting.
- Demonstrated history as an innovative, hands-on leader who inspires staff and executes fresh business development ideas.
- Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- Successful completion of a cognitive/wonderlic assessment during the candidate selection process.
Compensation Package Details
- Base Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Bonus Potential: Up to 20% annual performance bonus based on base salary
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental insurance (80% employer-paid for individual coverage)
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with a 6% company match
- Relocation Support: Negotiable relocation assistance, including potential short-term transitional housing
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