Hotel Task-Force General Manager

Lucky Find Hospitality is seeking a Task-Force General Manager for our 48-key beachfront, luxury-lifestyle hotel in Venice Beach, CA!

• Hotel is currently in the final stages of construction
• 4-star quality of product & caliber of service
• 48 Rooms & Suites + Guest Restaurant + Rooftop Bar/lounge
• Role will transition from pre-opening Project Management into a Task-Force GM role with the optionality of a permanent position. 9-months to 1-year.
• Hotel has a direct beachfront / boardwalk location with ocean views
• Restaurant & Rooftop are guest-only facilities (not open to the public), so predictable demand levels & easy to manage
• Ideal start date: January 1, 2026

Company Description

Lucky Find Hospitality™ is a globally recognized ultra-boutique hospitality development, ownership, and management company. We specialize in acquiring, developing, and operating high-yield sub-60-key hotels, resorts, and glampsites throughout the United States, LATAM, UK, and Europe. Based in San Diego, California, and London, UK, we have a proven track record of successful projects and strong capital partnerships. Our diverse expertise spans traditional and ultra-boutique hospitality sectors, including site selection, conceptual design, construction, pre-opening management, and operations management.

Role Description

This is an on-site role for a Hotel Task-Force General Manager to help with pre-opening efforts, opening operations, and management for up to 1 year. This hotel is located on the boardwalk in Venice Beach, Los Angeles, CA. The Manager will oversee the pre-opening phases of development and ensure a seamless transition to full operations. Responsibilities include project management; coordinating with various vendors, contractors, and teams; procurement; staff recruitment and training; setting up operational procedures; and organizing, tracking, planning, and budgeting throughout each phase leading to opening and regular hotel operations. Opportunity to become a permanent GM.

Qualifications

• Strong Communication and Customer Service skills
• Experience in Hotel Operations
• Knowledge of Food & Beverage operations
• Proven project management experience in hospitality pre-opening projects
• Proven Hotel General Manager experience at similar-sized/styled properties
• Hotel Financial Management & Budgeting experience
• Strong administrative skills & highly organized
• Ability to work on-site in Venice Beach, CA
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Proven track record in luxury boutique hospitality properties.