Common Thread Hospitality Group (CTH) is a premier owner and operator of boutique hotels in California. Our properties are frequently featured in Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, Architectural Digest, and Sunset Magazine. We are seeking a General Manager for our flagship property, Sands Hotel & Spa.
About Sands Hotel & Spa
Designed by world-renowned interior designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, listed among Architectural Digest's Top 100 Designers, Sands Hotel & Spa embodies Moroccan-inspired elegance with a mid-century desert vibe. Located near the Indian Wells Tennis Gardens, El Paseo Shopping District, and a short drive from the Coachella Polo Grounds, this boutique property features:
46 stylish guest rooms
The Pink Cabana restaurant and bar
The Sands' Spa
A private wedding garden
Position Overview
The General Manager will lead day-to-day operations, embodying the ownership's vision while ensuring seamless guest experiences and exceptional employee performance. This position will report to and be supported by CTH's leadership team, which is based in Santa Monica.
For more about us, visit: www.commonthreadhotels.com
Qualifications
2+ years of management or division head experience in 3-5 star or boutique hotels
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong leadership skills
Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
Strong professional references
Bachelor's degree (preferred)
Key Responsibilities
Direct daily operations of all hotel departments in alignment with ownership's vision
Oversee and implement guest service programs to ensure exceptional experiences
Hire, train, and manage hotel staff
Monitor and maintain financial goals and budgets
Oversee inventory controls and maintain guest room standards
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary: $85,000 - $120,000 per year, based on experience
Company-matched health benefits with optional dental and vision coverage
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Volunteer Time (PVT)
401(k) plan
Travel benefits
Schedule
Full-time position
Weekends availability required
Supplemental Pay
Bonus opportunities
Required Experience
Hotel management: 5 years (required)
Boutique or luxury hotel experience: 5 years (required)