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General Manager

Hyatt Place Fairbanks

400 Merhar Avenue
Fairbanks, AK 99701

Hotel with 115 Rooms
Managed By Northwest x Southern Hospitality

401(k) with Match, Earned wage Access, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Travel and Industry Discounts and more!

Great Opportunity in Fairbanks Alaska!
Compensation: $90,000 to $110,000 per year plus bonus, Full-Time

The Hyatt Place in Fairbanks, AK, proudly managed by Northwest x Southern Hospitality, is hiring a General Manager. If you want to advance your hospitality career in a fast-paced, team-focused environment, this is a great opportunity. Previous Hyatt experience is required and GM experience is a must!

Our hotels are located in some of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska's most beautiful areas, and we are proud to deliver award-winning guest experiences. Our team is passionate, genuine, forward-thinking, and committed to creating meaningful connections. We take pride in our work, strive to give back more than we take, and are looking for someone ready to contribute and help make every guest and team member experience a #BIGDEAL.

Summary: This position is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and profitability of the hotel, overseeing all departments to ensure exceptional guest satisfaction, team member engagement, operational excellence, and financial performance. The General Manager develops and implements business strategies, manages budgets, revenue, expenses, and hotel operations, ensures compliance with brand standards, company policies, and safety regulations, and leads hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of team members. The role works closely with department heads to achieve revenue and guest service goals, monitors quality assurance and operational performance, resolves guest concerns, supports sales and marketing initiatives, maintains strong community and business relationships, and fosters a positive, service-focused culture while ensuring the hotel operates efficiently, safely, and profitably.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; previous hotel, restaurant, or hospitality experience is required. Strong knowledge of hotel operations, guest service, and team leadership is desired, along with excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate can manage daily operations, support and develop team members, and maintain high service and performance standards in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be proficient with computers and technical systems, including Microsoft Office, and able to use office equipment efficiently and accurately. The ability to obtain any required government or brand-specific permits, licenses, or certifications is required. This role requires a flexible schedule, including varied shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week.

Who We Are:

Northwest x Southern Hospitality is committed to helping team members grow professionally. We support your success today while preparing you for future opportunities within our organization. Team members benefit from a collaborative, supportive environment that encourages personal and professional development and values work-life balance.

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays after one year of service, paid time off that begins accruing on day one, and sick leave for team members in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington. Health and wellness benefits typically begin after 60 days of full-time employment and include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, access to an employee assistance program, and retirement planning options such as a 401(k).

Additional perks include travel and entertainment discounts, monthly recognition programs, referral bonuses, community volunteer opportunities, and social events that help build strong team connections. Employees may also have opportunities to advance at other NSH properties, including those affiliated with Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG brands.

If you enjoy working with people, having fun on the job, and building a career you can count on, we encourage you to apply today.

To learn more about our company, please visit www.nwxsouthern.com.

Northwest x Southern Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, sex, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

Posted September 22, 2026

About Hyatt Place Fairbanks

Retreat from the wilderness to Hyatt Place Fairbanks, our comfortable, modern hotel located near downtown, the university, and within walking distance of shopping, quick bites and restaurants, and the waterfront. Our spacious rooms include plush amenities to help you get ready for tomorrow’s adventure.

About Northwest x Southern Hospitality

About the company

Uniquely situated in some of the most beautiful areas of the Pacific Northwest & Alaska. We have award winning hotels where you will find hospitality is the TRUE focus of our team. From our DoubleTree Arctic Club Hotel which is our flagship AAA Four Diamond Hotel, designated on the National Register of Historic Places, located in the heart of Downtown Seattle, to one of our many PAC-12 Campus Hotels, or venture further North to scenic Alaska and visit us in Anchorage or Fairbanks. Regardless of the location, we guarantee you will create some memories to cherish.

Why people like to work here

We care about you receiving both an amazing career opportunity and a place you want to come each day. Whether you are greeting a guest or mixing a drink, we strive for excellence in everything we do. We hold each other accountable and we want you to hold us accountable! Most importantly, we are passionate about our people. 

But we're not just interested in today. We also prepare you for the future. When you work at one of our properties, you'll be able to work your way up the ladder to promotion. In fact, we've seen employees start part time and they now have a full time career managing their own hotel. As a matter of fact, we have seen it 16 times!

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