posted February 18, 2026
Compensation: Starting at $80,323 per year plus bonus
About this job…
Leadership pipeline role with real growth potential
We are looking for a leader, not a manager
High-commitment role, not an 8 to 5 position
Luxury, historic Autograph Collection hotel
Heavier on food and beverage than rooms
Strong events, weddings, and high-touch guest experience environment
Requires a strong food and beverage background and a confident leadership presence
What you’ll be doing…
Lead daily operations with a strong focus on food and beverage and events
Set the tone for service standards, urgency, and hospitality across the property
Be highly visible on the floor, leading during service, functions, and peak periods
Coach and develop department leaders to elevate overall team performance
Build accountability and a culture of ownership across departments
Make decisions confidently and step in when leadership is needed
Drive execution in staffing, training, scheduling, and performance
Take ownership of guest recovery and ensure exceptional service experiences
What's in it for you…
- Insurance enrollment available from DAY 1!
- Paid time off available from DAY 1!
- Holiday pay available from DAY 1!
- 401(k) enrollment after 30 days!
- Hotel and travel discounts at worldwide destinations!
- Professional development and promotion opportunities!
Success factors…
Experience & Education:
- 5+ years of hotel management experience, preferably with the same brand
- Experience or involvement with sales and revenue management preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience required
- Valid driver’s license
Communication:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong diplomacy skills with focus on problem solving
- Strong administrative skills with intermediate experience with Microsoft Office systems
- Must be able to speak, read, and write in primary language used in the workplace
Physical:
- 8+ hours per day; stand, sit, and walk frequently throughout the workday
- Lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 30 pounds occasionally
About First Hospitality…
Founded in 1985 and based in Chicago, First Hospitality is a forward-thinking hotel development, investment, and management company. First Hospitality’s strategic vision is to create value for all through excellence and an openness to doing things differently.
First Hospitality seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employee’s differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the customers we serve. FH fosters an inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness. Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection
2301 York Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection
Hotel with 153 Rooms
Lose Yourself In History at Our Oak Brook Hotel
Follow Chicago icons' footsteps and reserve a hotel room at the Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection. A beacon of style and class since the 1960s, our Oak Brook, IL hotel is easily accessible from O’Hare and Midway airports. A sense of grandeur marks your arrival at the hotel as sumptuous furnishings and impressive artwork greet you.
After check-in, explore attractions like the Brookfield Zoo or Oak Brook Center shopping—or immerse yourself in the energy of downtown Chicago.
Upon your return, relax in luxury hotel accommodations equipped with superb bedding and modern features, followed by a session in the fitness center. Dinner options include the Colonial Room, Coa, and the Polo Lounge.
Meeting and wedding guests appreciate our elegant, European-inspired event spaces. Our motto is Ubi Tempus Quietus, or “where time rests.” So travel to a bygone era of refinement while staying at our renowned Oak Brook hotel.
