25hours Hotel The Olympia, which will open in inner-Sydney Paddington, has announced Jeremy Colahan (pictured, above left) as inaugural general manager and Mitch Orr (pictured, above right) as culinary director.

Colahan will lead a team of 130 staff, drawing on his experience most recently as general manager of Hotel X in Brisbane and previously as hotel manager of W Brisbane.

“Right now is our chance, as hoteliers, to set the cultural expectation of our hotel and build a team of people who will bring our identity to life,” he says.

“25hours Hotel The Olympia is home to a distinctive offering, including the most unique hotel design narrative I’ve encountered in my career.

“The hotel is inspired by the locale and the unique heritage of the building, including its past life as the West Olympia Theatre, which has inspired a narrative of dreamers and renegades drawing on the prototypal heroes of great films.

“One of the most invigorating parts of my career is providing a platform to grow others. My priority is fostering an environment that encourages creativity, individuality and ambition.”

As culinary director, Sydney local Orr intends to create a dining experience that appeals to the local market and is well received by the community.

“The venues that will be part of 25hours The Olympia are known globally for their vibrant and energetic atmosphere,” he says.

“I’m excited to build a team that reflects this energy and can bring it to life, which will start from the work culture we create.”

The hotel has also announced its executive leadership team, including director of people and culture Christina Ng Lam; commercial director Sophie Meng; director of revenue Marion Guillermet; director of finance Eva Zheng; and director of food and beverage Rajiv Vanniasinkam.

“25hours Hotel The Olympia will encourage our team in nurturing the creative, entrepreneurial spirit that is core to our brand,” says Colahan.

“We are committed to creating an environment in which our associates have the opportunity to grow their skills across multiple disciplines, pursue their passions and make bold choices that reflect the spirit of 25hours.”

25hours Hotels is part of hospitality company Ennismore, and the brand’s Australian debut will mark its 18th hotel worldwide.

Photo at top: Anna Kucera.