General Manager

Jasper, Alberta

The Maligne

Set in the splendor of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, we are building Jasper’s first boutique wellness hotel and hydra‑thermal spa – The Maligne . Our previous 70‑year‑old hotel was lost in the July 2024 Jasper wildfire, and this new iconic design symbolizes rebirth and resilience. Created in partnership with renowned Shugarman Architecture + Design (architects for Edmonton’s Ice District) and construction leader, Andy Clark, we are redefining what a resort hotel in a national park can be.

When completed, The Maligne will feature 125 guest suites, a two‑level indoor / outdoor hydra‑thermal spa, an organic coffee and tea café, a mountain‑view lounge and underground heated parking. The Maligne sets a new standard for elevated Jasper accommodations.

The Opportunity

As General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the full pre‑opening development of The Maligne. Working closely with our design team and corporate office, you will help finalize finishes, systems and operational standards to ensure a seamless and consistent guest experience once we open.

You will lead the recruitment of our guest services team – from department heads to front‑line roles – guide the team through the Spring 2027 soft opening in preparation for the sold‑out Summer 2027 tourist season.

Supported by our Edmonton corporate office (finance, revenue management and marketing), you will oversee guest experience strategy, operational planning, financial performance and team culture.

The Maligne will offer three distinct food and beverage experiences :

• WickedCup – returning with Canada’s best organic coffee, tea, smoothies and fresh breakfast / lunch offerings.
• A mountain‑view lounge featuring afternoon delights, shareable plates and a curated menu of both alcoholic and zero‑proof beverages.

Our hydra‑thermal spa will be a uniquely Rocky Mountain interpretation of a Nordic spa, featuring two hot / cold / warm hydra circuits, saunas, steam room, salt room and specialized treatment spaces.

The Candidate

Ideal candidates bring experience from luxury or design‑forward brands – Fairmont, Four Seasons, Auberge Resorts, Relais & Châteaux, Kimpton , or similar. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a new market‑defining boutique property and shape the next chapter of your hotel leadership career.

We are seeking an experienced senior hotel leader to serve as General Manager and lead the full pre‑opening and operational launch of The Maligne. This role offers a rare opportunity to shape a flagship boutique luxury hotel from the ground up in of the world’s most extraordinary mountain destinations.

Key Responsibilities

Pre‑Opening Phase (approximately 10 months prior to opening)

Operational Phase (Opening and Ongoing Leadership)

Qualifications & Experience

Compensation & Contract

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