In the latest of a regular series, we check in with leading hoteliers and general managers to get an exclusive glimpse into their careers, their lives and their ambitions. This time, we speak to Alejandro Torrecilla, general manager at Raithwaite Sandsend.
I enjoy my job because…
Every day is different and I contribute to making our guests feeling special and happy.
I find my job challenging because…
A hotel is like a jigsaw – you need to ensure that all the pieces fit in correctly to achieve the perfect puzzle.
My best achievement in business was…
To be part of the team who won a BoHo award for Raithwaite.
My worst mistake in business was…
Not to be focused in hospitality whilst I was in my early 20s.
What I am yet to accomplish is…
To make Raithwaite the best hotel in the UK..
If I could change one thing about myself, it would be…
To be able to switch off thinking about work while I am not working.
If I could change one thing about the industry, it would be…
To be more attractive as a career for the younger generation in the UK.
My top three bucket list items are…
1 – Visiting every continent; 2 – to do the Machu Picchu Inca trail; 3 – Learn how to ride a horse.
My life philosophy is…
Don’t just exist, live!
My favourite song, book or film is…
My favourite song is Hotel California by The Eagles. My favourite book is Dracula by Bram Stoker. My favourite film is the Godfather by Francis Ford Copolla.
My ideal weekend would be…
To spend it with my wife, the rest is secondary.
