We’re recruiting for a hands-on General Manager / Innkeeper to lead a luxury château in rural France.

This is not a corporate GM role.

This is a fully immersive, live-in position where you run the property day-to-day and lead from the front.

Package for General Manager

€100,000 – €130,000 salary

25% bonus

3-bedroom on-site accommodation

Electric company car

International career progression

Staff rates across luxury properties

The Role of General Manager

Full responsibility for site operations

Lead a team of up to 55 (currently rebuilding team)

Drive guest experience and service standards

Support recruitment and staffing strategy

Hands-on across all departments when needed

The Ideal Candidate

Luxury hospitality background (5-star or strong 4-star)

GM, Hotel Manager, Ops Manager or senior F&B leader

Fluent French (essential)

EU passport or citizen

Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable in a rural setting

The Detail

11-room château | Michelin-starred dining

€5m revenue business

Part of a global luxury hotel group

Option for 6-month contract or permanent

Open to management couples

Apply

We’re moving quickly on this — CVs reviewed immediately.

If you’re looking for a hands-on, lifestyle role with real ownership, this is a standout opportunity