General Manager Jobs in Mission Viejo, CA

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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Property Manager

  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Overview At CubeSmart, our culture makes the difference. When we say it’s what’s inside that counts, we are saying “you count” Responsibilities What CubeSmart Self Storage offers: Weekly Pay -...

Commercial Property Manager

  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Commercial Property Manager Direct Hire; $90K - $95K base salary Irvine, CA 92612 JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Commercial Property Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio...

Restaurant - General Manager (For Future Opening)

  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking to connect with experienced Restaurant General Managers for future open positions in the Orange County market....

Regional Property Manager - Camp Pendleton

  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Regional Property Manager - Camp Pendleton Job Locations US-CA-Oceanside Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 days ago (8/13/2025 11:54 PM) Requisition ID 2025-17441 # of Openings 1...

Assistant Property Manager - Orange County, CA

  • Laguna Beach, CA (13 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (13 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 3 days ago

PURE Property Management is looking for an Assistant Property Manager Come join our team! PURE Property Management offers a Comprehensive Total Rewards Package of Benefits containing: Medical,...

Innkeeper / handyman

  • Fallbrook, CA (19 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fallbrook, CA (19 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Live-In Innkeeper Wanted $20/hr + Apartment Were looking for a live-in Innkeeper to join our team! This is a hands-on role where youll help with guest check-ins, shuttling guests around property,...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Restaurant General Manager About the Job: As the Restaurant General Manager, you'll lead a dynamic team, handpicking and training the best crew to deliver exceptional customer experiences....

General Manager

  • Newport Beach, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Runs high volume service periods from the floor or expo to ensure food quality, service, touching tables and presentation is up to TFK standards....

Assistant Property Manager - Alton Self Storage, Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Self-Storage Assistant Property Manager - Alton Self Storage, Irvine CA Work Somewhere AWESOME and GROW with us! Alton Self Storage is a part the Stadium Properties family which includes Dollar...

General Manager

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

operations to ensure it is efficient and profitable by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors....

Property Manager

  • Lake Forest, CA (9 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (9 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Property Manager Property Manager locations CA - Lake Forest time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR101486 Link Logistics Real Estate (Link) is a leading operator of...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Corona, CA (21 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Assistant Property Manager Location: Corona, CA Pay Range: $20.00 - $21.00/hr Job Type: Full Time Category: Property Management Posted: 4 minutes ago Job ID: 500637 Status: Accepting applications...

General Manager

  • Murrieta, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Murrieta, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

GENERAL MANAGER JOB SUMMARY Urban Air is seeking a General Manager to motivate, instill accountability, and achieve results to drive success while maintaining our fun culture!...

Assistant General Manager

  • Murrieta, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Murrieta, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER JOB SUMMARY The Assistant General Manager motivates, instills accountability and achieves results to drive success in the position while maintaining our Culture of Activating...

Commercial Property Manager

  • Newport Beach, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (16 miles from Mission Viejo, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Were looking for an experienced Commercial Property Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for a portfolio of office and commercial properties across Orange County and the Inland Empire. This is...

Demographic Data for Mission Viejo, CA

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Mission Viejo, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Mission Viejo, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.0%
High School or GED
20.9%
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 Mission Viejo, CA
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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