General Manager Jobs in Fairfield, CT

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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Assistant Property Manager ($1,500 Sign-On Bonus) New

  • Norwalk, CT (8 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (8 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Assistant Property Manager ($1,500 Sign-On Bonus) Property Leadership Norwalk, CT At Bozzuto, every member of our organization shares an unyielding desire to promote goodness for those around...

Area Property Manager, Multifamily

  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title Area Property Manager, Multifamily Job Description Summary The Multifamily Area Property Manager (Sr. Multi-Site PM) oversees an assigned portfolio of properties in a designated...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 7 days 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 -...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Milford, CT (12 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milford, CT (12 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 8 days ago

About the role As the General Manager of a Wonder restaurant, you'll lead day-to-day operations, ensuring exceptional service and driving business growth....

Assistant General Manager

  • Selden, NY (24 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Selden, NY (24 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 12 days 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...

General Manager

  • Westport, CT (4 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Westport, CT (4 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 13 days ago

About the role As the General Manager of a Wonder restaurant, you'll lead day-to-day operations, ensuring exceptional service and driving business growth....

Assistant General Manager

  • Westport, CT (4 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Westport, CT (4 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Generate weekly and monthly cost reports Uphold sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area The experience you have At least two years of restaurant management (Assistant General Manager, Kitchen...

Restaurant General Manager in Brookfield,CT,US

  • Brookfield, CT (20 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Brookfield, CT (20 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 16 days ago

We're looking for a fearless, high-energy Restaurant General Manager (RGM) to help us grow fast and keep the heat turned up!...

Assistant General Manager

  • Port Chester, NY (23 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Port Chester, NY (23 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 18 days ago

Job Description - About the Job: Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager, the Assistant General Manager partners in the management of a Taco Bell restaurant within the policies and guidelines of...

General Manager

  • Port Chester, NY (23 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Port Chester, NY (23 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 18 days ago

Equally important to the job role and responsibilities is making sure the Assistant General Manager can represent the amazing Live Mas! culture that is Taco Bell....

Hospitality Manager

  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (15 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 19 days ago

THE JOB / Hospitality Manager EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs. Our headquarters is in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position...

General Manager

  • Orange, CT (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 23 days ago
  • Orange, CT (14 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 23 days ago

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

General Manager

  • Naugatuck, CT (24 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naugatuck, CT (24 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

General Manager - Now Hiring Popeyes Today Now Hiring General Managers Popeyes is hiring General Managers who will play a key role in the operation of our restaurants....

Hospitality Operations Manager, Res Rounds

  • New Haven, CT (20 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Haven, CT (20 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

A key point of contact for the General Manager and reporting to the Managing Director of Operations, this position supports a team of 25 to 30 unionized staff and accomplished chefs who work to create...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Lake Grove, NY (23 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Grove, NY (23 miles from Fairfield, CT)
  • 30+ days 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...

Demographic Data for Fairfield, CT

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Fairfield, CT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Fairfield, CT 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
10.2%
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 Fairfield, CT
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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