Hotel Manager Jobs in Alabama
Hotel Manager jobs in Alabama are in steady demand, concentrated in the hospitality and tourism sectors tied to the Gulf Coast, the state's growing convention market, and university-adjacent lodging. The largest hiring activity clusters in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, where established operators such as Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt maintain properties requiring experienced management. The most consistently sought specialties include food and beverage operations, revenue management, and full-service property oversight. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Ascent Hospitality is looking for a uniquely qualified hospitality leader to join our team as Front Office Manager!
Lead front office activities of hotel and proactively look for opportunities to create memorable experiences for our guests! Responsible for driving excellent guest service results and assisting guests with aspects of their stay, reservation and room assignment activities including various requests and inquiries. Ensure team members are provided training, support and tools to take care of our guests. Their expertise will focus on maximizing profits, developing and retaining employees and exceeding guest expectations.
- Competitive Salary!
- Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options!
- 401k with employer MATCH!
- Paid PTO!
- Uniforms Provided for most positions!
- Team Member Hotel Discount Program!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Scheduling of guest services front desk representatives, night audit staff and breakfast attendants (as applicable)
- Fulfill shift(s) as Manager on Duty as assigned.
- Hands on approach to leading the Guest Services team.
- Maintains staffing levels of the department.
- Maintains supplies and inventory controls for the Front Office and Pantry.
- Provide management support and coverage in other areas of hotel (as needed)
- Review all schedules, ensuring all issues are identified and addressed
- Conduct guest services meetings and ensure employees are kept informed
- Be very familiar with the hotel computer system for training maintenance and trouble shooting.
- Complete credit check daily. Adhere to all Systems & Controls of the Front Office and appropriate areas of responsibilities.
- Assure knowledge and training of Marketing Programs of company and hotel.
- Recruit, manage, and train, Front Office Team
- Train front desk/guest services, night audit staff on all Company and Brand standard programs
- Train front desk/guest services, night audit, staff on rewards programs and requirements
- Maximize room occupancy at best rates.
- Establish consistent Standard Operating Procedures
- Ensure staff is in compliance with Company Appearance and Grooming standards.
- Assigns duties and shifts to team members and observes performances to ensure adherence to hotel policies and established operating procedures.
- Review guest experience scores; review scores with staff; make recommendations for improvement
- Ensure that the staff is in proper uniform including name tags and in good condition
- Respond to all guest inquiries, complaints and special requests.
- Create work environment where staff are motivated, productive and positive
- Track all of corporate accounts
- May be required at any time to assume the job duties of the Front Desk Clerk or any other position which is directly supervised by this position.
- Comply with hotel security, fire regulations, and all health/safety regulations and legislation
- Oversee smooth operation of breakfast service (as applicable)
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Customer service oriented, ability to multi-task, detail orientation, and excellent organizational skills needed.
- Previous experience as a front desk, guest service supervisor or manager preferred
- Must have excellent leadership and organizational skills.
- Must have excellent customer service skills
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office
- Must be familiar with operation of office equipment e.g.- copier, printer, facsimile machine, telephone etc.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to work without constant supervision.
- Required to work desk shifts as needed
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to stand for the entire scheduled shift.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand for long periods of time; using arms, hands and legs repetitively; handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to walk, climb or balance, talk and hear.
- May be required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be capable of effectively using close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
- Able to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations
- High school education required. Some college Some college preferred.
- Minimum one (1) year in a management role in a hotel required.
- Must be able to effectively lead a team
- Knowledge of and ability to operate personal computers and various property specific applications.
- Ability to read and speak English fluently. Second or multiple languages are a plus.
- Ability to perform under pressure.
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Ascent Hospitality is looking for a uniquely qualified hospitality leader to join our team as Front Office Manager!
Lead front office activities of hotel and proactively look for opportunities to create memorable experiences for our guests! Responsible for driving excellent guest service results and assisting guests with aspects of their stay, reservation and room assignment activities including various requests and inquiries. Ensure team members are provided training, support and tools to take care of our guests. Their expertise will focus on maximizing profits, developing and retaining employees and exceeding guest expectations.
- Competitive Salary!
- Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options!
- 401k with employer MATCH!
- Paid PTO!
- Uniforms Provided for most positions!
- Team Member Hotel Discount Program!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Scheduling of guest services front desk representatives, night audit staff and breakfast attendants (as applicable)
- Fulfill shift(s) as Manager on Duty as assigned.
- Hands on approach to leading the Guest Services team.
- Maintains staffing levels of the department.
- Maintains supplies and inventory controls for the Front Office and Pantry.
- Provide management support and coverage in other areas of hotel (as needed)
- Review all schedules, ensuring all issues are identified and addressed
- Conduct guest services meetings and ensure employees are kept informed
- Be very familiar with the hotel computer system for training maintenance and trouble shooting.
- Complete credit check daily. Adhere to all Systems & Controls of the Front Office and appropriate areas of responsibilities.
- Assure knowledge and training of Marketing Programs of company and hotel.
- Recruit, manage, and train, Front Office Team
- Train front desk/guest services, night audit staff on all Company and Brand standard programs
- Train front desk/guest services, night audit, staff on rewards programs and requirements
- Maximize room occupancy at best rates.
- Establish consistent Standard Operating Procedures
- Ensure staff is in compliance with Company Appearance and Grooming standards.
- Assigns duties and shifts to team members and observes performances to ensure adherence to hotel policies and established operating procedures.
- Review guest experience scores; review scores with staff; make recommendations for improvement
- Ensure that the staff is in proper uniform including name tags and in good condition
- Respond to all guest inquiries, complaints and special requests.
- Create work environment where staff are motivated, productive and positive
- Track all of corporate accounts
- May be required at any time to assume the job duties of the Front Desk Clerk or any other position which is directly supervised by this position.
- Comply with hotel security, fire regulations, and all health/safety regulations and legislation
- Oversee smooth operation of breakfast service (as applicable)
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Customer service oriented, ability to multi-task, detail orientation, and excellent organizational skills needed.
- Previous experience as a front desk, guest service supervisor or manager preferred
- Must have excellent leadership and organizational skills.
- Must have excellent customer service skills
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office
- Must be familiar with operation of office equipment e.g.- copier, printer, facsimile machine, telephone etc.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to work without constant supervision.
- Required to work desk shifts as needed
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to stand for the entire scheduled shift.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand for long periods of time; using arms, hands and legs repetitively; handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to walk, climb or balance, talk and hear.
- May be required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be capable of effectively using close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
- Able to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations
- High school education required. Some college Some college preferred.
- Minimum one (1) year in a management role in a hotel required.
- Must be able to effectively lead a team
- Knowledge of and ability to operate personal computers and various property specific applications.
- Ability to read and speak English fluently. Second or multiple languages are a plus.
- Ability to perform under pressure.
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Hotel Manager Job Market in Alabama
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- Hospitality & Tourism
What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hotel manager jobs across Alabama.
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration, or a related field required
- Minimum three to five years of progressive hotel operations or assistant management experience
- Demonstrated proficiency with property management systems such as Opera or Maestro
- Strong knowledge of revenue management principles and occupancy optimization strategies
- Experience managing front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, and maintenance departments
- Excellent guest relations skills with a history of achieving high satisfaction scores
Hotel Manager Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hotel manager in Alabama?
The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in hospitality management or business, then working up through front desk, assistant manager, or department head roles at Alabama properties. Alabama does not require a state-issued license specifically for hotel managers, but properties serving alcohol must comply with Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board rules. Certifications from the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute, such as the Certified Hotel Administrator credential, are widely recognized by Alabama employers and strengthen candidacy.
Which companies hire hotel managers in Alabama?
Companies currently hiring hotel managers in Alabama include Ascent Hospitality Management, MMI Hospitality, and Tutwiler, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Alabama's Gulf Coast resort corridor and Birmingham's convention hotel corridor tend to generate the most consistent openings among large brand operators.
Which Alabama cities have the most hotel manager jobs?
The cities with the most hotel manager openings in Alabama are Birmingham, Mobile, and Montgomery. Birmingham drives volume through its convention center and corporate travel market, Huntsville's rapid aerospace and defense growth has expanded its full-service hotel inventory, and Mobile's port activity and Gulf Coast tourism sustain demand for experienced property leadership year-round.
Are there remote hotel manager jobs in Alabama?
Yes, but they're rare. Hotel management is an on-site, operations-focused role, so the vast majority of positions require daily physical presence at the property. About 0% of hotel manager openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be corporate or regional oversight roles rather than single-property general manager positions.
How can I get hired as a hotel manager in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a front desk agent or rooms division coordinator role at a full-service Alabama property, building toward an assistant general manager position. Large Alabama operators affiliated with Marriott and Hilton run structured management associate programs that accept candidates with a hospitality degree and no prior management experience. Earning an American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute certification while working in an entry role accelerates the transition to a management title at Alabama properties.
Where can I find and apply to hotel manager jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to hotel manager jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current Alabama openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and preferred location within the state, and apply directly to whichever positions fit.
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