Motel General Manager / Management Couple $85,000 Single / $120,000 Couple-Accommodation Provided On Site An outstanding opportunity is now available for an experienced hospitality professional or management couple (with part-time work for a partner) to take the lead at a beautifully presented accommodation property in regional New South Wales. This role is ideally suited to operators with strong motel, hotel or accommodation management experience who are confident overseeing daily operations, leading small teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences in a highly hands-on environment. Located in a thriving regional area, this well-established accommodation property offers the perfect balance of operational involvement, lifestyle and long-term stability. You’ll become part of a welcoming local community while managing a respected guest-focused business with excellent facilities, onsite accommodation and genuine support from ownership. MANAGEMENT COUPLE OPTION -Please note — the management couple structure consists of:
- One full-time Motel General Manager role, and
- One smaller part-time/casual support role averaging approximately 15–25 hours per week. The secondary role is ideal for someone happy assisting with lighter operational duties rather than full senior management responsibilities and may include:
- Basic maintenance / handyman tasks
- Gardening & grounds upkeep
- Housekeeping assistance
- Front office support
- Guest breakfast preparation This arrangement suits couples where one partner is the primary hospitality operator, while the second partner is seeking flexible hours and a more supportive operational role. THE ROLE This is a highly operational,



guest-facing position suited to a proactive leader who enjoys being involved in all aspects of day-to-day property operations.

Key Responsibilities
Front office & reception operations Housekeeping oversight & quality control Revenue management Guest breakfast preparation as required Team leadership & staff support Maintenance coordination & refurbishment projects Delivering exceptional guest experiences Building strong local community relationships We are seeking someone with:
- Previous motel, hotel or accommodation management experience
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and guest service abilities
- A hands-on and solutions-focused approach
- Financial and operational management capability
- A genuine passion for hospitality and regional living ABOUT THE PROPERTY This is a well-maintained accommodation-focused motel property featuring: Guest rooms including deluxe, executive & premier suites Spacious 2-bedroom manager’s residence with large office attached to reception Swimming pool Small commercial kitchen for guest breakfasts Commercial laundry facilities Onsite car parks Meeting room & guest facilities This opportunity is perfect for experienced motel managers, hospitality professionals seeking greater lifestyle balance, or management couples looking for a reliable and rewarding long-term regional role with accommodation included.

How to apply
If you are ready to start your remote adventure and feel you are the right candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you – please forward your resume to [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) or click ‘Apply Now’ above. All applications are handled on a confidential basis. Note, due to confidentiality on some roles, not all our positions are externally advertised.

📌 Motel General Manager (Sydney)
🏢 MLKA Hospitality Recruitment
📍 Sydney