Area General Manager

Where the Pacific Meets Possibility

Picture a place where cypress trees bend toward the surf, where white sand beaches meet cobblestone streets, and where a storied 1905 estate-turned-hotel has welcomed artists, dignitaries, and dreamers for over a century. Now picture yourself at the helm of it.

La Playa Hotel — the “Grande Dame of Carmel” — and its sister property, Hotel Carmel, are seeking a leader of exceptional vision and even more exceptional taste. This is not a job posting. It is an invitation to shape the next chapter of two beloved, boutique luxury destinations in one of the most captivating small towns in America.

The Opportunity

As Area General Manager , you will hold the reins of strategy and the warmth of hospitality in equal measure. You’ll provide hands-on leadership across both properties — driving financial performance, cultivating culture, and ensuring every guest leaves with a story worth telling. You’ll partner closely with ownership and corporate leadership, translating vision into daily excellence, and daily excellence into lasting reputation.

This is a role for someone who understands that luxury isn’t marble floors or thread counts — it’s the feeling guests carry home with them.

What You Bring

• 10+ years leading boutique, independent luxury properties with a guest-centric, forward-thinking approach
• A proven ability to balance the art of hospitality with the discipline of operational and financial accountability
• Natural fluency in working alongside ownership groups and corporate stakeholders
• A gift for inspiring associates and building a culture guests can feel the moment they arrive

Why You’ll Enjoy This Role

You’ll lead not one, but two iconic properties in a destination that practically markets itself. Carmel-by-the-Sea is a town without street addresses, parking meters, or chain restaurants — a place that prizes charm, art, and individuality above all else. It’s a backdrop that will make your work feel less like a job and more like a calling.

You’ll be supported by a talented, dedicated team and a leadership structure that values your expertise and invests in your success. And for those with eyes on the horizon, this role offers a natural runway toward multi-property oversight or a broader corporate leadership position.

The Setting

Carmel-by-the-Sea isn’t just where you’ll work — it’s where you’ll live, breathe, and perhaps fall in love with hospitality all over again. Clint Eastwood once served as its mayor. Its beaches are ranked among the most beautiful in the world. And its fog-draped mornings give way to golden afternoons that seem designed for inspiration.

If you’re ready to lead with vision, operate with precision, and belong to a destination as remarkable as your résumé, we invite you to begin the conversation.

Our Purpose and Pillars Marc & Rose Hospitality leaders and associates treat every guest and colleague with respect and professionalism. We create Genuine Hospitality through experiences that inspire guests to return again and again. Success at Marc & Rose requires a shared commitment to our Purpose and Pillars: Hands On and Heartfelt, Sincerity and Focus, and Collective Curiosity and Conscientiousness.

Our forward-thinking, friendly, engaging, and enthusiastic team members demonstrate courtesy, respect, and genuine care for both internal and external guests. Every interaction should reflect thoughtful attention, personal accountability, and a commitment to making each guest feel valued.