***Curio by Hilton Kauai | Opening in 2026***

Are you ready to shape a one-of-a-kind resort experience that captures the authentic spirit of Kaua‘i? Part of Hilton’s distinguished Curio Collection, Hilton Kaua‘i will celebrate the island’s natural beauty, culture, and craftsmanship while offering guests an immersive, elevated sense of place. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a property that redefines modern Hawaiian hospitality—where connection, community, and comfort are woven into every guest experience.

About the Property
Scheduled to open in late 2026, Curio Collection by Hilton Kaua‘i will feature 210 guest rooms, a signature restaurant and bar, and thoughtfully designed meeting and event spaces.

Set along the storied coastline of Kaua‘i—known as “The Garden Isle”—this resort will offer a modern expression of island heritage hospitality, inspired by the island’s early farmers and their deep connection to the land. Blending contemporary design with the warmth and authenticity of Hawaiian tradition, Curio Kaua‘i will invite guests to explore, unwind, and experience the island’s natural beauty and cultural richness.

Adjacent to the award-winning Ocean Course at Hokuala, a signature design by Jack Nicklaus, the resort will embody a refined yet relaxed spirit—where every detail reflects Kaua‘i’s rhythm, resilience, and timeless sense of aloha.

Guestroom designs draw inspiration from the island’s breathtaking surroundings—blue waters, golden sands, and lush greenery—brought to life through natural textures like wood grain, ceramic tile, and shellstone. The interiors balance sophistication and serenity, offering spaces that feel both elevated and deeply personal. Suites and guestrooms alike are curated with warmth and intention, creating a tranquil retreat that honors the land while embracing modern comfort.

Rooted in authenticity and infused with aloha, the Curio by Hilton Kaua’i will offer a guest experience that feels distinctly Hawaiian—and unmistakably Curio.

About the Role
The General Manager – Curio by Hilton Kaua’i will be responsible for leading and coordinating all pre-opening activities aimed at providing an extraordinary culture, product, and service, anchored in the Curio brand pillars and standards of service.
  
This will include, but is not limited to: leading the development and management of the pre-opening budget (POB), meticulously overseeing costs and implementing effective strategies to control and optimize spending throughout the pre-opening phase, ordering on a timely basis the proper operating supplies and equipment  (OS&E),  hiring, training and development, connecting with the community, and ensuring the property is properly and successfully opened and operational, on time and under budget.

As General Manager, you will play a key role in developing and sustaining relationships with ownership, team members, customers, and stakeholders. You will lead strategic planning and uphold leadership responsibilities to the highest standard of excellence while managing daily operations with keen attention to detail, champion our unwavering commitment to outstanding service, and drive us toward sustained financial success.

Essential attributes for the General Manager, Curio Kaua’i include –

Ownership, Customer, and Stakeholder Relations:

• Expertly manage capital expenses and property requirements by overseeing pre-opening budget and expenditures while ensuring that all property needs are efficiently met and aligned with organizational goals.
• Proactively engage with the regional team, senior leadership, ownership/asset manager by providing updates, successes, and address challenges with innovative solutions.
• Cultivate the hotel's service culture by aligning it with Curio brand values, core pillars and principles while building owner and community relations.
• Balance owner expectations with Hilton standards, effectively aligning both relationships and interests to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. 
• Be well-versed in compliance, legal, and crisis management matters, while cultivating strong relationships with Hilton's legal and risk management teams.

Strategy:

• Leverage strong commercial acumen to strategically position the hotel and meet financial performance goals, while actively engaging with clients and partners to cultivate and maintain impactful relationships.
• Develop and implement long-term strategic goals that align with the owner's vision and the needs of the Curio brand. Create a detailed roadmap to achieve key milestones and measurable results from the opening through the first year of operation, leading to stabilization as outlined by the proforma.
• Elevate Curio’s brand values through dynamic marketing, skillfully managing both tangible and intangible elements to leave a lasting impact. 
• Coordinate property placement within the community to enhance experiences for transient guests, groups, business travelers, and locals, while actively engaging with local organizations and participating in community service initiatives to build strong local relationships.

Leadership:

• Create momentum in workforce planning, with a keen understanding of the talent market, and adept at motivating teams through effective rallies and engagement initiatives.
• Leverage industry expertise for strategic short- and long-term planning to drive commercial success, optimize financial performance, and ensure optimal market positioning while meeting financial performance expectations.
• Identify, recruit, and develop top-tier leadership talent while building and leading a cohesive team by setting clear expectations and establishing the tone in collaboration with the Executive Team and department heads.
• Demonstrate transparent leadership, adaptability, and flexibility in navigating sensitive situations.
• Constantly strive to improve and adapt, ensuring the hotel evolves year after year, keeping ahead of industry trends and maintaining our leadership in the hospitality sector.
   

If you're ready to take on a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of Curio Kaua’i, this is your opportunity, we invite you to apply and explore this exciting opportunity.

What are we looking for?

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a General Manager in a full-service hotel.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee operations with an annual revenue of $30M or more.
• Strong commercial acumen with a solid background in financial management and revenue optimization.
• Exceptional people leadership, with the ability to build, inspire, and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and empowerment.

• Strategic and relationship-driven leadership, skilled at cultivating strong community and ownership partnerships and driving long-term commercial success aligned with both brand and ownership goals.

   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing luxury hotel properties.
• Proven track record as an Opening Executive, leading successful pre-opening and launch efforts.
• Hilton experience.
• Local market experience.
   

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The annual salary range for this role is $230K-$250K and is determined based on applicable and specialized experience and location.

Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan and the Company's long-term incentive plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.