Job Description

Recess is where the everyday takes a break.

Launching in the Fall of 2026, Recess Hotel & Club will transform Savannah’s storied Manger Building into a new kind of lifestyle hotel and clubhouse. With 221 rooms—including suites and bunk rooms—plus co-working, a rooftop pool, a circuit-based wellness club, a French brasserie, and layered social spaces, Recess is designed as a “public club”: a private clubhouse for all. Locals, members, and travelers will come together to eat, drink, work, play, and connect.

The project builds on the momentum of Hotel Bardo Savannah, Left Lane’s flagship urban resort that opened in 2024. Bardo has already been recognized as one of the Best New Hotels in the World by Condé Nast Traveler, Best Hotels of the Year by Travel + Leisure, and earned the inaugural Michelin Key designation—cementing Left Lane as one of hospitality’s most closely watched innovators.

Left Lane is a vertically integrated hospitality development and management company focused on transforming historic, iconic properties into layered destinations that reflect their communities. With more than $1.5B in projects planned across Savannah, Memphis, Pittsburgh, Providence, Phoenix, and Bozeman, Left Lane is building a portfolio of hotels, clubs, and experiences that are both nostalgic and forward-looking.

Find and seek. Stay here, play here. Welcome to Recess.

About the role

We are seeking a Director of Front Office for our Recess Hotel and Club The Director of Front Office will oversee the daily operations of the resort along with the arrival and departure experience for every guest. This individual will anticipate and fulfill guest requests to ensure that each has an unforgettable experience. This person is a property leader and “culture setter” who embodies the Bardo brand and sets the standard for impeccable and anticipatory service. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about creating an extraordinary level of comfort and service for our guests.

What you'll do

• Oversee operations of the front desk and Guest Services personnel
• Ensure the quality and consistency of the guest experience
• Lead and foster a positive and engaging work culture
• Communicate and collaborate with other team members
• Monitor and maximize revenue and occupancy
• Effectively problem solve guests’ requests, complaints, or concerns
• Understanding safety and emergency procedures

Qualifications

• Passionate about hospitality and providing elevated service, with advanced knowledge of hotel operations
• A strong leader with a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance
• Excels at written and verbal communication
• Excellent presentation and grooming standards
• Able to operate and problem solve in a luxury hotel environment
• Flexibility and a willingness to work extended hours
• Reporting on daily operations in a timely manner
• 2-4 years of previous senior front office leadership experience in a luxury hotel setting required
• Must be willing to relocate to Savannah, GA