K9 Resorts General Manager

K9 Resorts
  • Fairfield, New Jersey
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    Job Description

    General Manager
    LPHI | K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel
    FLSA: Full-Time Salary Exempt

    At K9 Resorts, we deliver a luxury experience for dogs and peace of mind for their owners. Our award-winning pet care resorts set the standard in boarding, daycare, and grooming—and we’re seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead operations, people, and performance at the highest level.
     
    What You’ll Do
    As General Manager, you are the leader of the business—responsible for driving results, developing teams, and delivering an exceptional 5-star experience across every part of the resort.

    Leadership & Team Development:

    Lead and develop Assistant Managers, Supervisors, and resort team members
    Own full-cycle talent management: hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance
    Build a high-performance, accountability-driven culture
    Conduct regular team meetings, coaching sessions, and performance reviews

    Operations & Business Ownership:

    Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments
    Ensure excellence in cleanliness, safety, and pet care standards
    Manage scheduling, staffing levels, and labor efficiency
    Maintain facility standards, vendor relationships, and inventory control

    Customer Experience & Sales:

    Set and uphold 5-Star service expectations across all interactions
    Drive revenue through service offerings, client retention, and enrollment growth
    Personally resolve high-level customer concerns
    Monitor feedback and continuously improve the guest experience

    Marketing & Community Leadership:

    Act as a Brand Ambassador in the local community
    Build partnerships with veterinarians, groomers, and pet-related businesses
    Lead marketing initiatives to drive awareness and growth

    Financial & Performance Management:

    Own P&L performance and profitability
    Monitor KPIs and implement strategies to drive results
    Manage expenses, payroll, and budgeting
    Identify trends and opportunities to improve operational efficiency
     
    What We’re Looking For
    3–4+ years of management experience (pet care, hospitality, retail, or similar)
    Proven leadership in high-volume, service-driven environments
    Strong business acumen (P&L, labor, operations, performance metrics)
    Ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and develop talent
    Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
    Sales-oriented mindset with a focus on growth and results
    Valid driver’s license
    Flexible availability including weekends and holidays

    What You’ll Get
    401(k) with company participation
    Health, dental, and vision benefits
    Paid time off
    Flexible scheduling
    Leadership training & development programs
    Employee discounts and perks

    Why K9 Resorts?
    This is more than a General Manager role—it’s an opportunity to run a business, lead a team, and drive real results in a growing, high-energy environment where people, pets, and performance matter.

    Apply today and lead the future of luxury pet care!

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFairfield, New Jersey

    Skills

    • Animal Careunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Business Skillsunmatched
    • Childcareunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Customer Experienceunmatched
    • Customer Retention/Renewalunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Expense Managementunmatched
    • Financial Managementunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Onboardingunmatched
    • Operational Improvementunmatched
    • Operational Strategyunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Payroll Managementunmatched
    • Performance Metricsunmatched
    • Performance Reviewsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Profit & Lossunmatched
    • Retailunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Standards of Careunmatched
    • Talent Managementunmatched
    • Team Buildingunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched

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