Basic Salary Super Discretionary Bonuses Join The Ascott Limited as the General Manager, fondly known as the lyf Champion , for the newly refurbished lyf Elizabeth Melbourne, perfectly positioned next to the iconic Queen Victoria Market McDonald’s on Elizabeth Street. It is set to open its doors in Q4 2025. About lyf lyf (pronounced life ) isn’t just a place to stay — we redefine the concept of coliving with functional spaces, fun, and inspiring. Our properties are designed to foster a sense of community, creativity, and collaboration, making them the perfect home away from home for digital nomads, technopreneurs, and self-starters. As the inaugural lyf Champion , you'll have the unique opportunity to shape an environment where guests don't just check in, but check into a vibrant community. You'll oversee the operational launch, cultivate a strong team culture, and ensure commercial and service excellence from day one, creating exceptional and memorable guest experiences. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of hotel operations to ensure service excellence and smooth day-to-day functioning Build and develop a high-performing, guest-focused team Develop and execute strategic plans to drive revenue and profitability Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control measures Champion a new-to-market F&B concept that excites the local scene What We’re Looking For Proven experience in a senior hospitality leadership role Strong commercial acumen, with solid P&L and budgeting experience Exceptional team leadership and communication skills Strategic mindset with operational focus Knowledge of current hospitality trends and compliance standards In return, you will receive: An Extra 3 Days Off just for life’s big moments – our Immediate Family Event Leave is yours on top of your annual leave! Epic Anniversary Rewards – $500 at 5 years, $1,000 at 10 years… and it keeps getting better at 15, 20 and beyond. Loyalty pays off here. Skip the Street Parking – enjoy the convenience of free onsite parking. Global Hotel Discounts – unlock up to 50% off at 900 properties worldwide. Travel more, pay less! Your Wellbeing Matters – free, confidential support anytime through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). About Us: The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is a member of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), headquartered and listed in Singapore. Ascott has become one of the leading international lodging owner-operators, with more than 900 properties in over 200 cities spanning more than 40 countries across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the United States. The company’s serviced apartment, coliving, and hotel brands in Australia include Citadines, lyf, Oakwood and Quest. Be part of Ascott Australia’s bold journey to grow from 8 to 30 hotels by 2030. In this strategic leadership role, you’ll shape our culinary vision, drive innovation, and deliver standout F&B experiences across new and established properties. How do your skills match this job? How do your skills match this job? Sign in and update your profile to get insights. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? What's your expected annual base salary? How many years of hotel management experience do you have? To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. Featured jobs General Manager of Hotels - The Mahony Group BlueRock 9d ago Operations Manager - Corporate Restaurants J-18808-Ljbffr
