Hotel Manager

De Vere Cotswold Water Park

De Vere Cotswold Water Park: nestled at the edge of the Cotswolds right in the heart of 152 lakes, the Hotel offers stylish accommodation with breathtaking views and has 328 bedrooms and apartments. There are 15 flexible meeting and event spaces and 2 large conference and banqueting suites hosting up to 800. With three restaurants and bars we have a buzzing Food & Beverage team here, but also have exciting opportunities across our other departments including Conference & Events, Reception/Front of House, Spa & Leisure, Kitchen, Housekeeping and Maintenance.

Your commute: we're well served by public transport, and we're just 20 minutes from J15 of the M4 and J11A of the M5.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.

Hotel Manager

Are you ready to take the next step in your Hotel Management career?

De Vere Cotswold Water Park are looking for a Hotel Manager to join the team. Set in the heart of South Cerney, the hotel features 328 bedrooms, a lakeside restaurant, and multiple conference spaces with the largest hosting up to 300 guests. With strong leisure and events business, no two days are ever the same. You’ll be joining an experienced and stable leadership team with excellent retention and a shared commitment to service, sustainability, and success.

As the Hotel Manager you'll support the General Manager ensuring the smooth running of this large events focused Hotel. You will lead key departments including Food & Beverage, Front of House and Events - helping your direct reports and their teams to deliver exceptional service, every time. This is a hands-on opportunity with real variety and impact.

What you’ll need
• You'll need experience as a Hotel Manager, Deputy General Manager or Hotel Operations Manager, ideally within a large, multi-outlet property.
• A strong background in Food & Beverage and Conference & Events operations is essential, as is experience in leading a large team of indirect reports (over 100) and supporting the development of Heads of Department.
• A thoughtful, service-led approach, excellent communication and a focus on standards, detail and guest experience

Benefits:

Benefits & Rewards

• Up to 20% bonus – directly linked to your performance and leadership impact, and subject to overall property performance targets being met
• Private Bupa healthcare – for you, with discounted rates for family members.
• 33 days of annual leave – including an extra paid day off for your birthday.
• Free use of on-site leisure facilities – saving on gym memberships.
• Complimentary two-night stay each year at any De Vere property.
• £50 staff rates (B&B) for personal De Vere getaways.