Job Ref: AB1082

Branch: St Mawes Elysium

Location: St Mawes Elysium

Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Posted date: 05/10/2026

Closing date: 05/11/2026

A new chapter in informal luxury hospitality is coming to St Mawes. This exciting new hotel will bring 56 beautifully designed bedrooms, a vibrant café, and a relaxing spa experience to one of Cornwall’s most sought-after coastal destinations.

We’re looking for an Operations Manager to join the team and help us create the kind of guest experience people genuinely remember.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who loves being at the heart of hotel life — visible, hands-on and working alongside the team to make sure every part of the guest journey feels effortless.

You’ll have responsibility for all guest facing areas of the hotel, and in the General Manager’s absence you’ll also oversee the Spa experience, ensuring standards, service and the overall guest journey remain seamless across the hotel.

We’re looking for someone who understands how important those first welcomes, memorable meals, thoughtful touches and smooth departures are in shaping a guest’s stay.

You’ll work closely with our General Manager to lead and develop the team, drive standards and make sure the hotel runs beautifully day to day.

What you will be doing

You’ll be responsible for the smooth day-to-day running of the hotel’s guest-facing operations, with particular responsibility for Food Beverage and Reception.

You’ll:

• Maintain a strong and visible presence throughout the hotel, supporting teams during busy periods and responding quickly to operational challenges
• Oversee the Reception operation, ensuring arrivals, departures and guest enquiries are handled efficiently and professionally.
• Take operational responsibility for the Restaurant, Bar and other Food Beverage outlets.
• Promote teamwork across departments and ensure employees understand how their role contributes to the overall guest experience.
• Oversee the Spa experience, ensuring seamless guests journeys
• Support the General Manager in achieving hotel revenue, payroll and profitability targets.

What we are looking for

We’d love to hear from you if you’re someone who:

• Is a natural, warm and engaging leader
• Has strong hotel or hospitality management experience
• Loves being on the floor and involved in the operation
• Understands great food Beverage and Front Office service
• Is commercially aware but never loses sight of the guest
• Takes ownership, stays calm under pressure and gets things done
• Enjoys developing people and creating a positive team culture

What we can Offer

.With 6 hotels across the UK and more in the pipeline we can offer you;

• Great hotel and FB discounts for yourselves, family and friends. We want all our hotels to be a place you are excited to share with those you love.
• Exceptional training and career paths. We are passionate about effective performance management from day one.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave for all our managers
• On Site Spa/Health club membership to keep you healthy and happy.
• A competitive salary, rewarding exceptional service.
• Family events and annual award ceremonies, celebrating your wins with you.

Welcome to St Mawes Elysium

A new chapter in luxury hospitality is coming to St Mawes. This exciting new hotel will bring 56 beautifully designed bedrooms, a vibrant café, and a relaxing spa experience to one of Cornwall’s most sought-after coastal destinations. We will be looking for talented, enthusiastic people to join the opening team and help shape something special from the very beginning — creating exceptional guest experiences in a setting defined by style, comfort and seaside charm.

About St Mawes, Cornwall

St. Mawes is a pretty village that once used to be a fishing port. Narrow streets and cottages help to give St. Mawes a quaint feel, albeit with all the modern facilities you could need. There’s a treasure trove of beaches, coves, and creeks all along the Roseland Heritage Coast, including beaches that are perfect for swimming and sunbathing.

You can take leisurely strolls along the coast, spend time relaxing on the beach or enjoy serene boat trips. If you are more active you can make the most of the wonderful walking trails and maybe take part in any of the water sport activities available. Our St. Mawes hotel also makes an excellent base from which to explore the region.