Hotel General Manager

Hotel General Manager – Farmers Home Hotel, Northam

The Farmers’ Home Hotel, a prominent hospitality venue in Northam, comprises 16 boutique accommodation rooms, a busy Dôme Café, and the popular Temperance Wine Bar. We are seeking an experienced hospitality leader to assume the role of Hotel General Manager. This presents a unique opportunity to oversee a diverse hospitality business, supported by the established systems, assistance, and stability of a leading Western Australian hospitality group.

About the Role

Reporting to the group Executive Team, the Hotel General Manager will be accountable for the comprehensive performance of the hotel, café, wine bar, and housekeeping operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring, and developing the hospitality team.
• Ensuring exceptional guest experiences across all operational areas.
• Managing financial aspects, including budgets, labour, inventory, and profitability.
• Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and performance management of staff.
• Developing rosters and workforce plans.
• Maintaining high standards for housekeeping and accommodation.
• Upholding operational excellence and brand standards.
• Cultivating strong relationships within the local community.
• Ensuring compliance with workplace, food safety, and liquor licensing regulations.

About You

We are looking for a seasoned hospitality leader who excels at leading by example and fostering an environment where both guests and staff thrive.

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Prior experience managing a hotel, resort, motel, or multi-outlet hospitality venue.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Proven leadership and people development capabilities.
• A genuine commitment to customer service.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced setting.

We are particularly interested in candidates residing in Northam or surrounding Wheatbelt communities, or those aspiring to build a long-term future in regional Western Australia and actively contribute to the local community.

What’s on Offer

• Salary package of approximately $100,000 per year.
• Up to $20,000 annual performance incentive, distributed quarterly.
• A fully maintained company dual-cab utility vehicle.
• Ongoing leadership support from an experienced operations team.
• Career advancement opportunities within a well-established Western Australian hospitality group.
• The chance to lead a distinctive destination venue and significantly influence its success.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your interest in this opportunity.

Key Facts:

• Reporting Line: Group Executive Team
• Location: Northam
• Work Type: Full-time
• Work Setting: On-site
• Salary: $100,000 per year + up to $20,000 annual incentive