General Manager Jobs

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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Ideal Candidate: Proven experience in restaurant management Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Knowledge of industry trends...

ABM

General Manager, Cabin Services

  • ABM
  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • ABM
  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago

The General Manager for the direct oversight of our operations managers, supervisors, and front-line employees on his or her designated shift....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Romulus, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Romulus, MI
  • 3 days ago

What You Bring: Experience: Minimum 3 years of Restaurant General Manager level experience in a quick-service or full-service restaurant required, including P&L responsibility....

FamilyAid

Manager of Volunteer Services (Hybrid)

FamilyAid is one of America's leading providers of solutions to family homelessness. Our mission is to empower parents and caregivers facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build...

Remote Work
Wolf Creek BBQ

General Manager

cost management, recipe development and more....

Ocean Reef Club

Revenue Management Director

Management System (Visual One) are in balance....

Title Assistant Property Manager About the Organization: Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced...

Keystone Hotel Group

Select Service Hotel General Manager

The Keystone Hotels Group is seeking a highly motivated individual preferably with hotel experience to join our team! Responsibilities include managing the hotel's overall operation through...

Royal Gorge Route Railroad

General Manager

Summary : We are seeking an energetic, passionate, and strategic General Manager to lead our team and ensure the continued success of this thriving business....

Are you passionate about property management and providing top-notch service to homeowners in Tucson? New Concept Property Management is seeking a dedicated Property Manager to join our team. Job...

Colwen Hotels

General Manager

AC Hotel Boston North, a Colwen Hotels Property, is seeking a dynamic hands-on, passionate results-driven Hotel General Manager to manage the operations of this property....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 9 days ago

Description Bell Properties is a leading property management company with offices throughout Southern California, dedicated to providing exceptional living experiences for our residents. We manage...

Winmark Corporation

Retail Field Operations Manager

Keywords: Retail, Retail Management, Resale, Fashion Retail, Manager, General Manager, Multi-Store Management, Leadership, Soft Lines, Hard Lines, Leadership, Store Manager, Department Manager, District...

General Manager

  • Midland, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Midland, TX
  • 12 days ago

CHICKEN EXPRESS IS HIRING MANAGERS We are searching for a proven, energetic, talented, friendly and experienced individual to join our team in operating our locations. Job details include ensuring...

Staff Zone

Manager In Training

Are you an experienced leader? Do you have a passion to help others in your community? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Build a solid & rewarding career at Staff Zone – National Leader...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs Nationwide

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 offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.9%
High School or GED
21.1%
Associate's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.2%
Master's Degree
9.8%
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
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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