Regional Director of Operations – Hospitality

HYRE HARPER Co.

Regional hotel operations leader overseeing Choice-branded properties for ARK Hospitality. Driving profitability, brand compliance, guest satisfaction, and leadership development across a growing portfolio.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $100,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive operational leadership in multi-property hotel management, focusing on revenue growth, guest satisfaction, and compliance with brand standards. Proven ability to analyze financial performance and develop strategies for operational excellence and talent development.

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Multi-Property Hotel Operations LeadershipFinancial Performance AnalysisRevenue ManagementTalent DevelopmentProperty Management Systems (PMS)

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Hard Skills

BudgetingForecastingP&L ManagementLabor ControlsOperational AuditsKey Performance Indicators (KPI) AnalysisGuest Services ManagementFront Office ManagementHousekeeping ManagementFood & Beverage Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingCommunicationPresentationRelationship-Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteHospitality Reporting Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality ManagementBachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

Choice HotelsOperational ExcellenceGuest ExperienceMarket PerformanceEmployee EngagementHotel OpeningsBrand ConversionsRevenue GrowthOccupancy MaximizationADR and RevPAR

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide operational leadership and strategic oversight for multiple Choice-branded hotels within the assigned portfolio
Partner with General Managers to drive revenue growth, profitability, guest satisfaction, and market performance
Ensure compliance with brand standards, company policies, franchise requirements, and regulatory guidelines
Conduct property visits, operational audits, and performance reviews
Analyze financial statements, labor reports, operating expenses, and key performance indicators
Develop and execute strategies to improve guest experience, efficiency, and property performance
Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop General Managers and property leadership teams
Support hotel openings, transitions, acquisitions, renovations, and brand conversions
Partner with sales, revenue management, and marketing teams to maximize occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, and market share
Lead accountability initiatives and performance management processes
Foster a culture focused on hospitality, employee engagement, operational excellence, and owner results
Communicate with executive leadership regarding property performance, challenges, opportunities, and strategic initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of multi-property hotel operations leadership experience
Prior experience as a Regional Director of Operations, Area Director, Multi-Unit General Manager, or similar hospitality leadership role strongly preferred
Experience with Choice Hotels brands highly preferred
Experience with Everhome Suites®, Cambria®, Comfort, Quality, Sleep Inn, MainStay, WoodSpring Suites, or similar brands is a plus
Demonstrated success leading multiple hotel properties and achieving financial and operational objectives
Strong knowledge of Front Office, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Revenue Management, Food & Beverage where applicable, and Guest Services
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, P&L management, labor controls, and financial performance analysis
Strong leadership, coaching, and talent development capabilities
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Proficiency with hotel Property Management Systems (PMS), Microsoft Office Suite, and hospitality reporting platforms
Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered
Ability and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight travel
Must reside within a reasonable distance of a major commercial airport
Preferred residence in the Central or Eastern United States; qualified candidates nationwide will be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
401(k) with Company Match
Professional Development Opportunities
Internal Growth & Advancement Opportunities
Employee Hotel Discounts