Job Ref: CH2937
Branch: Thainstone House
Location: Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary + extensive benefits package + service charge up to £2000 per year
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 45
Posted date: 12/08/2026
Closing date: 12/09/2026
Join Crerar Hotels – Where Passion Meets Hospitality!
Are you looking for a rewarding career in hospitality? At Crerar Hotels, we believe in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests – and that starts with YOU! Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, we have fantastic opportunities across our stunning hotels in Scotland and in the Lake District.
As an Operations Manager at Crerar Hotels, you will be entrusted with overseeing all departmental operations to ensure the smooth running of the hotel. With experience in a senior management position at a quality hotel and a background in either a Management degree or equivalent industry experience, you will bring a strong understanding of PMS/POS systems and a high level of professionalism to the role. This full-time, flexible position requires working weekends and involves collaborating closely with all hotel departments to anticipate and exceed guest expectations. Your ability to stay calm under pressure and multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment will be key. You will work directly with the General Manager to achieve the hotel’s vision and strategy, contribute to budget and PL reviews, and take responsibility for stock yield and management. In addition, you'll handle guest inquiries, train and develop staff, and leverage your knowledge of the hotel’s amenities to drive upselling and enhance the overall guest experience.
Why Work with Us?
On top of the fantastic benefits below, we offer a competitive salary
At Crerar Hotels, we truly value our team, and that’s why we offer:
- Wagestream – Get instant access to your earned wages when you need them.
- YuLife – Enjoy health and well-being rewards, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and Virtual GP appointments.
- Echo – Our brand-new communications platform keeps you connected and engaged.
- Career Development – We invest in our people with fantastic training and progression opportunities.
- Employee recognition and reward scheme – celebrating anniversaries from 1 year onwards with incredible awards, vouchers and extra holiday days.
- Exclusive Discounts – Stay, dine, and relax at our beautiful hotels at special team rates.
- Work in Breathtaking Locations – From the Scottish Highlands to coastal escapes, our hotels are truly spectacular!
Be Part of Something Special.
Come and join a team that cares about its people and delivers amazing experiences every day. Apply now and start your journey with Crerar Hotels!
Do you believe it's essential to exceed expectations?
Then we want to work with you!
Thainstone House has a rich history, dating back to the 18th century. Once a grand private home, it's now an elegant Aberdeenshire hotel where guests are welcomed with warmth and traditional Scottish hospitality.
Because the team at Thainstone House are on a mission: to create memories that last a lifetime. We're highly motivated, driven to succeed and focussed on making our guests' journey the best it can be. Of course, we also like to have a good time along the way.
Standing proudly in acres of its own woodland, Thainstone House is less than 10 minutes' drive from the small town of Inverurie. The locals are polite, humble people - the kind who appreciate the Scottish produce available in their independent shops, lovely restaurants and great bars.
Inverurie offers all the amenities of modern life, too. It's well connected, with direct trains running regularly to Aberdeen, taking just 25 minutes, as well as to Inverness. Aberdeen airport is only 20 minutes' drive away, with flights across the UK and to a handful of European destinations.
As a beautiful mansion house in such an ideal location, Thainstone House is a popular choice for weddings, as well as spa and leisure guests and business travellers. Working here is an opportunity to further your career as part of a successful, award-winning team.
Can we tempt you to join us?
Three reasons to choose a career with Crerar Hotels
Scotland provides a sought-after quality of life, ideal for outdoorsy types. Urbanites may find there are limitations, with reduced public transport, small local shops and occasionally - the ultimate modern hardship - patchy phone signal. But those who take that in their stride find that they discover true peace and quiet, wake up to incredible scenery and have Scotland's natural larder to feast on daily.
We always aim to progress staff internally where possible, which means a number of our team have been with us long-term. They've chosen to make a life in one (or more!) of our locations, building themselves a varied career in the Scottish hospitality industry.
We share the spirit of Scotland through our values. We take pride in providing a truly authentic experience; we're warm in personality, curious to get to know our guests and confident in sharing our knowledge. We take what we do seriously, but our humour means we also see the lighter side. Above all, we're comfortable saying, "we are who we are!"
