General Manager Jobs in Somerset, NJ

A General Manager in the hospitality industry has overall responsibility for managing the operations of a hotel, resort, or similar establishment. They are tasked with ensuring the smooth running of the business, enhancing guest satisfaction, meeting sales and profitability goals, and fostering a positive work environment for staff. They also play a pivotal role in strategic planning, sales and marketing efforts, budget management, and maintaining relationships with suppliers and partners.

The ideal candidate should exhibit strong leadership qualities, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of business management principles. They should also possess a good understanding of the hospitality industry, including guest service and operations. Certifications like Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA) can add value. Prior to becoming a General Manager, one might hold roles such as Assistant General Manager, Operations Manager, or Director of Sales within the hotel or hospitality industry.

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Assistant Property Manager

  • Springfield, NJ (17 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, NJ (17 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Team as an Assistant Property Manager - Support with Excellence! We are seeking a reliable and ambitious Assistant Property Manager to join our team. If you are passionate about property...

Assistant Property Manager - Staten Island

  • Staten Island, NY (24 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Staten Island, NY (24 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Who we are: The Domain Companies is a national real estate development and investment firm focused on making a positive and lasting social, economic, and physical impact on the communities in...

Assistant General Manager

  • Livingston, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Livingston, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Generate weekly and monthly cost reports Uphold sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area The experience you have At least two years of restaurant management (Assistant General Manager, Kitchen...

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The Restaurant General Manager (RGM) provides overall leadership and direct supervision of operations in an individual restaurant to ensure that the restaurant meets or exceeds its annual operating...

General Manager

  • Metuchen, NJ (9 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Metuchen, NJ (9 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to work a minimum of 48 hours per week Key Competencies: Excellent Menu and product knowledge Passion for food quality and customer experience Desire to improve self and skill sets Ability to...

General Manager - The Pennington School

  • Pennington, NJ (18 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (18 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary The General Manager, reporting directly to the District Manager, holds duties related to day to day operations of a Company account....

Assistant General Manager

  • Watchung, NJ (10 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Watchung, NJ (10 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Working closely with the restaurant general manager, you will help ensure the restaurant operates efficiently, maintains high standards of food quality and customer service, and meets financial goals...

General Manager

  • Hazlet, NJ (19 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ (19 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

The General Manager works with his/her leader to set the restaurants goals and creates a plan to achieve the goals. To meet restaurant goals, the General Manager doesnt work alone....

Multi-Site Property Manager - $1,500 Sign-on Bonus!

  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

$80,000-$85,000 base + $1,500 Sign-on Bonus! Elevate Resident Experience & Drive Operational Excellence Are you a strategic leader, proven problem-solver, and resident experience champion ready to...

Oracle Sales CLoud Executive/Manager Edison, NJ

  • Edison, NJ (6 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (6 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Oracle Sales CLoud Executive/Manager || Edison, NJ Oracle Cloud Sales Executive/Manager Location: Edison, NJ Full-time Experience Required: 5+ years Oracle Sales Job Description: We are looking...

Assistant General Manager

  • Union, NJ (19 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Union, NJ (19 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

operations, including personnel management, food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation and health codes, and security Ability to learn and train others on all aspects of the Shack operations...

General Manager - Hilton Short Hills

  • Short Hills, NJ (19 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (19 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

About the Opportunity Are you ready to step into the role of General Manager for our Hilton Short Hills Hotel?...

Regional Property Manager

  • Branchburg, NJ (11 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (11 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Regional Property Manager Location: Will travel to properties in Somerset, Bergen, Morris, Monmouth & Ocean Counties Type: Direct-Hire Opportunity Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 annually...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Florham Park, NJ (20 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (20 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Assistant Property Manager Job ID 226846 Posted 01-Jul-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Property Management Location(s) Florham Park - New Jersey - United...

General Manager- Marriott Property - Northern NJ

  • Livingston, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Livingston, NJ (22 miles from Somerset, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Position Overview As Assistant General Manager, you’ll work closely with the General Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across both properties....

Demographic Data for Somerset, NJ

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Somerset, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Somerset, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.0%
High School or GED
21.0%
Associate's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.9%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Managers in Somerset, NJ
2-4 years
43.1%
1-2 years
19.1%
4-6 years
18.9%
None
18.3%
Less than 1 year
0.6%



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