General Manager Jobs in Poway, 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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Taco Bell General Manager

  • National City, CA (22 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • National City, CA (22 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

The General Manager is the leader of the team who establishes the tone of the work environment, and the level of customer hospitality....

General Manager

  • El Cajon, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • El Cajon, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

The General Manager works to ensure that all activities are consistent with and supportive of the restaurants business plan....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Chula Vista, CA (24 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (24 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Founded in 1965 by Mack Pogue as Lincoln Property Company, Willow Bridge Property Company is one of the United States' most respected full-service residential property companies,...

Asst Property Manager / Asst Community Manager - AH/Tax Credit

  • Santee, CA (8 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santee, CA (8 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. -Confucius You will love working at Western! Why? Because we make a difference in the lives of others. The work we do is...

Live On-Site Affordable Housing/Tax Credit Property Manager / Community Manager

  • Santee, CA (8 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santee, CA (8 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. -Confucius You will love working at Western! Why? Because we make a difference in the lives of others. What we do is...

Senior Operations Manager- Hospitality Parking

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The Company Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining...

Operations Manager - Hospitality Valet Operations (On-Site)

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The Company Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining...

Property Manager

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence,...

Assistant Property Manager

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence,...

Restaurant - General Manager (For Future Opening)

  • La Jolla, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 11 days ago

We are looking to connect with experienced Restaurant General Managers for future open positions in the greater San Diego market, as we continue to grow....

Restaurant General Manager (FT) ("Gerente General de Restaurante")

  • La Jolla, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 13 days ago

SUMMARY The Restaurant General Manager (“Gerente General de Restaurante”) of A.R....

General Manager

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 13 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Oversee daily restaurant operations, including scheduling, payroll, labor control, and inventory management....

Assistant General Manager - Club Wyndham Bali Hai Villas

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 13 days ago

How You'll Shine: The Assistant General Manager for Resort Operations serves as a supporting role to the General Manager....

Assistant Property Manager - Commercial Office

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Job Title Assistant Property Manager - Commercial Office Job Description Summary The Assistant Property Manager is responsible for assisting in all areas defined as a part of the Sr. Assistant...

PR 1466444/Hotel Manager

  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Pay Rate: The pay rate for this job is $26 - $26 / hour What you'll be doing as a Hotel Manager: Oversee all hotel operations including front desk, housekeeping, maintenance, and food & beverage Ensure...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Poway, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Poway, CA 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
9.8%
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 in Poway, 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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