General Manager Jobs in Santa Cruz, 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, Multifamily

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Title Property Manager, MultifamilySantana Terrace ( Job Description Summary Property Managers are responsible for maintaining our communities to a market-ready standard, always ensuring...

Assistant General Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Assistant General Manager

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Assistant General Manager Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. A job at McDonald's offers a job combo that fits YOU....

Property Manager - Blossom River

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Overview COMPANY SUMMARY: The John Stewart Company is a full-service housing management, development and consulting organization that began in 1978 with a commitment to providing high quality...

General Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago

: $110,000 to $120,000 per year Job Type Full-time Description As the General Manager, you will be responsible for the overall success of the hotel....

Float-Customer Service/Assistant Property Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago

West Coast Self-Storage has a Full-time opening in Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont, CA for Float-Customer Service/Assistant Property Manager. Ideal candidates would have retail sales and...

Assistant General Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Work closely with the General Manager to develop and implement strategic plans that strengthen operations for a large to mega size warehouse....

Part Time-Float-Customer Service/Assistant Property Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago

West Coast Self-Storage has a part -time opening in Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont, CA for Float- Customer Service/Assistant Property Manager. Ideal candidates would have retail sales and...

Assistant General Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary: Working as an Assistant General Manager, you are responsible for maintaining the account along with the General Manager in accordance with the approved budget while meeting...

Property Manager - Villa Hermosa / Klamath Gardens

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Overview COMPANY SUMMARY: The John Stewart Company is a full-service housing management, development and consulting organization that began in 1978 with a commitment to providing high quality...

Property Manager - Bella Vista Inn / Clara Gardens

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Overview COMPANY SUMMARY: The John Stewart Company is a full-service housing management, development and consulting organization that began in 1978 with a commitment to providing high quality...

General Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 13 days ago

JOB PURPOSE: General Managers manage the restaurant on a day to day basis....

General Manager - TikTok

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Job Summary As General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of dining operations at the TikTok account, ensuring alignment with budget and client expectations....

General Manager - TikTok

  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Summary As General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of dining operations at the TikTok account, ensuring alignment with budget and client expectations....

Property Manager - Sycamore & La Playa

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 18 days ago

At Mercy Housing, we are on a mission to redefine affordable, low-income housing and create a more humane world where communities thrive, and all individuals can realize their full potential. As...

Demographic Data for Santa Cruz, CA

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Santa Cruz, CA 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 in Santa Cruz, 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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