Located in the heart of San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf, Argonaut Hotel exudes the true essence of a boutique hotel and features breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. This luxury hotel is set within the historic Haslett Warehouse, a grand building built in 1907 of exposed brick, Douglas Fir beams and so much seaside character; you feel as though you can almost reach out and touch the colorful Barbary Coast past. With its exceptional service, charming, iconic style and the adjacent family‑friendly Blue Mermaid Restaurant & Bar, Argonaut Hotel is an ideal spot to base your San Francisco adventures.
Job Type: Full‑time
Location: San Francisco | Weekly travel to Napa (Approx. 20%)
A Day in the Life
We are seeking an Area Director of Sales & Marketing (DOSM) who serves as the strategic and day‑to‑day leader of the sales and marketing function for two Northern California properties: one based in San Francisco (primary/home property) and one in Napa, requiring weekly site visits. This role oversees all group sales, catering revenue generation, and marketing initiatives for both hotels while driving long‑term, value‑based customer relationships that support Noble House’s brand standards and ownership objectives.
The Area DOSM manages both reactive and proactive sales efforts, leads a high‑performing sales team, collaborates closely with Revenue Management and Corporate Marketing, and develops property‑specific marketing campaigns that position each hotel competitively within its market. Success is measured through booking performance, revenue maximization, market share growth, and effective brand representation across all distribution channels.
Qualifications
- Sales & marketing leadership & brand positioning experience
- Strong leadership & talent development, communication & presentation skills, negotiation, critical thinking, problem‑solving & analysis abilities
- Good time management skills and ability to multi‑task
- Sales execution & revenue strategy
- Client development & relationship management
- Operational excellence
- Core competencies: business acumen, strategic thinking, leadership and coaching, client relationship development, result orientation, technical and systems proficiency
Education & Experience
- Option 1:
- 2‑year degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field
- Minimum of 7 years sales/marketing experience in hospitality, including 4 years in a DOSM or senior leadership role
- Option 2:
- 4‑year bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field
- Minimum of 5 years sales/marketing experience in hospitality, including 2 years in a DOSM or senior leadership role
Benefits
- Generous medical, dental & vision insurance plans
- Paid holidays, vacation & sick days
- 401k Retirement plan
- Noble House Bonus plan
- 8 weeks of Parental Leave Pay
- Pet Insurance
- Inclusive and diverse employee engagement & recognition events all year‑round
- Laundered Team Member Uniform
- Pre‑tax Commuter Benefits
- Referral Program
- Phone Reimbursement
- Complimentary Parking
- Team Members Assistance Program
- Special rates in Noble House Hotels and Food & Beverage for team members, friends and family
- Shoes for Crews
- Educational Assistance Program
- On‑Demand Pay – Your Pay before Payday
Call to Action
If you enjoy being part of a team providing excellent experience to our guests and meeting new people, we invite you to apply and become the Area Director of Sales & Marketing in our professional, fun, and creative Team.
Our Culture | Individual Distinction, Collective Soul
The Noble House Hotels & Resorts philosophy emphasizes “location, distinction, and soul.” Our properties are not a “one‑size‑fits‑all.” And neither are our team members. What makes us at the Argonaut Hotel lies within our team. We are a group of individuals that share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine, and we like to have fun.
DEIA Statement
At The Argonaut Hotel, we take pride in supporting our initiatives towards Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility. We have established a hotel committee to bring together a variety of thoughts, perspectives, and expression – and we would love for you to share yours with the team!
Salary
$185,000 + Noble House bonus plan
Seniority Level: Director
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Sales and Business Development
Industry: Hospitality
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