General Manager Jobs in California

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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Forest Haven

Property Manager / Forest

Needed Managerial skills able to interview skill workers and unskilled workers. Reserve is off grid, Handyman skills are a must. Tree falls during storms. Owning your own chainsaw is a must....

Clerical Assistant Property Manager

  • Canoga Park, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Canoga Park, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Seeking for a full-time clerical Assistant Property Manager with a minimum of 5 years experience in property management and bookkeeping for apartment and commercial properties. Must have...

Assistant General Manager

  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Assists the General Manager in leading the team in the development and implementation of property-wide strategies....

General Manager

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 3 hours ago

CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years experience in the guest...

Assistant General Manager, The Roof

  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Supervises daily restaurant operations and assists with menu planning, maintains sanitation standards and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods....

Property Manager - Kennedy Estates

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 hours 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...

Property Manager

  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Title: Property Manager Explore Adagio on the Green Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential. Your ideas. Your development. Your experience. We take care of you, so you can take care of...

Property Manager - El Dorado Hotel

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours 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

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Under the direction of the Interim Director of Asset & Property Management and the Property Supervisor, the Property Manager lives on-site and is responsible for all...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 hours ago

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General Manager

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Work with the hotel's property management system (Opera) and reservation system (Synxis) to maximize revenue through occupancy and rate adjustments based on market conditions....

Assistant Property Manager, Multifamily

  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Job Title Assistant Property Manager, MultifamilyAstoria At Central Park West ( Job Description Summary The Assistant Property Manager is responsible for maintaining our communities to a...

Property Manager, Multifamily

  • San Jose, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 12 hours ago

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

General Manager

  • Redlands, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Redlands, CA
  • 12 hours ago

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

Affordable Housing/Tax Credit Property Manager / Community Manager

  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 12 hours 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...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in California

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 California 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 California
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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