Recess is where the everyday takes a break.

Opening in Fall 2026, Recess Hotel & Club is bringing a new kind of hospitality to the heart of Savannah. Housed within the historic Manger Building, Recess blends a 221-room lifestyle hotel with a members club, rooftop pool, French brasserie, wellness club, coworking spaces, and lively social venues—all designed around one simple idea: life is better when there's room to play.

Recess is the newest project from Left Lane, the team behind Hotel Bardo Savannah. In just one year, Bardo has earned Condé Nast Traveler's inaugural Triple Crown distinction—recognizing hotels that have achieved the publication's Hot List, Gold List, and Readers' Choice Awards—along with the inaugural Michelin Key designation and recognition from Travel + Leisure as one of the Best New Hotels of the Year. It's this same commitment to thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable experiences that we're bringing to Recess.

We're building more than a hotel. We're building a team of people who believe great hospitality is thoughtful, personal, and a little unexpected. Whether you're welcoming guests, creating memorable meals, keeping the operation running seamlessly, or leading a team, every role helps shape the Recess experience from day one.

If you're curious, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.

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 in or willing to relocate to Savannah, GA

Why Recess?

Build something from the beginning.

• Join the opening team behind one of Savannah's most anticipated lifestyle hotels and help shape the guest experience from day one.

Take care of yourself.

• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits for eligible full-time team members
• Company-matched 401(k) with fast vesting
• Up to 20 days of paid time off, paid holidays, and a paid birthday
• Complimentary daily team member meal

Experience the brand.

• Complimentary two-night stay at Hotel Recess & Club Savannah
• Team member discounts on dining, Saltgrass Spa treatments, retail, and The Cooking School at Saint Bibiana 
• Complimentary fitness classes

Travel farther.

• Employee rates at select Leading Hotels of the World properties
• Discounts at Highgate hotels worldwide

Grow with Left Lane.

• Referral incentives and guest recognition programs
• Career development opportunities across a growing hospitality portfolio
• The opportunity to help shape one of hospitality's most exciting lifestyle brands