Asst General Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Posting Title Assistant General Manager/ Dual Property/ Davenport, Iowa

Job Description

Hotel Blackhawk and The Current Iowa, are Marriott Autograph Collection hotels, that are in downtown Davenport, Iowa on the beautiful Mississippi river. We are looking for a strong leader that believes in driving with passion, perseverance, and humility. Both of our hotels are exactly like nothing else where you will find mid-west unexpected hospitality!

The Role
You’ll be the GM’s right-hand, owning Food & Beverage operations and guest programming. Your mission: elevate service, drive profit, and bring our distinctive personality to life through inspired F&B and engaging events.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Oversee restaurant, bar, and banquets—ensure seamless daily operations, superior guest experience, and adherence to safety and brand standards.
• Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, train, coach, and inspire staff; foster a high‑performing culture through ongoing mentorship and leadership presence.
• Programming & Events: Design, plan, and execute signature events (e.g., mixology nights, seasonal menus, local partnerships); oversee BEOs, coordination, and logistics.
• P&L & Budget Oversight: Own F&B budgets, forecasting, cost controls, inventory management; analyze revenue trends and optimize financial performance.
• Guest Experience: Consistently deliver elevated hospitality, manage guest feedback, and maintain top-tier service standards.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales/Marketing, Front Office, Culinary, and External Partners to align programming with brand identity and occupancy strategy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in F&B leadership—preferably in boutique, luxury, or lifestyle hotels.
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, Business, or Culinary Arts (or equivalent experience).
• Proven track record in P&L ownership and cost management.
• Demonstrated success designing and executing guest-facing programs and events.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
• Flexible schedule and ability to work evenings/weekends for events and busy service periods.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• A creative platform to build signature F&B experiences and elevate our guest programming.
• Autonomy to lead operations with hands-on mentorship from the General Manager.
• Collaborative, high-energy work environment rooted in quality and community.

Room for professional growth, visibility, and impact

• The AGM is the overall Brand Champion of the Hotel setting the tone for welcoming guest services
• The AGM will ensure that “The Mark” is implemented and carried through the sequences of guest services

A full benefit package is available after 90 days to include health benefits, dental, vision, a company paid $50,000 life insurance policy, supplemental insurances, PTO, holiday pay, travel and meal discounts.