General Manager Jobs in New Castle, DE

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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KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 5 hours ago

What a day in the life of an Assistant General Manager can look like: Supervise daily restaurant operations, ensuring adherence to KFC standards and policies....

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 5 hours ago

KBP Foods, a leading franchisee of KFC, is hiring a Restaurant General Manager for our growing team....

Leasing Manager/Assistant Property Manager

  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for candidates with previous experience in one or more of the following fields - Apartment Leasing/Real Estate, Section 8/202/236/Tax Credit Housing, Property Management, Marketing/Admissions...

Property Manager

  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Property Manager Job ID 231460 Posted 01-Aug-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Property Management Location(s) Wilmington - Delaware - United States of...

Restaurant General Manager

  • West Chester, PA (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 4 days ago

Manager at Mitra QSR, you will be trusted with overseeing three key areas of our business: Our Employees : You will oversee day-to-day operations, nurture, grow, and retain your team, and build a culture...

Property Manager

  • West Chester, PA (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 6 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 -...

General Manager

  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 9 days ago

General Manager WoodSpring Wilmington 600 A Street Wilmington, DE 19801 Extended Stay Managed By Hotel Management and Consulting, Inc....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Glassboro, NJ (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 13 days ago
  • Glassboro, NJ (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 13 days ago

General Managers / Shift Managers / Hourly Crew Basic Purpose and Objectives of the Position The Restaurant General Manager (RGM) provides overall leadership and direct supervision of operations in...

Senior Property Manager - Riverwoods at North East, Park View at Bel Air & Box Hill

  • North East, MD (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 18 days ago
  • North East, MD (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 18 days ago

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and...

General Manager

  • Bear, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bear, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 19 days ago

General Manager Responsibilities: The position of General Manager is a fast-paced role that manages the daily operations and staff of the restaurant, including the execution of all Company policies,...

Floating Property Manager

  • Bear, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 20 days ago
  • Bear, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 20 days ago

EOE Statement The Reybold Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,...

General Manager

  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 24 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 24 days ago

We are seeking an General Manager to join our team ASAP at Tonic Seafood and Steak....

General Manager

  • Glen Mills, PA (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 25 days ago
  • Glen Mills, PA (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 25 days ago

Required Years of Experience 5 years Job Details GENERAL MANAGER POSITION AT FEARLESS RESTAURANT GROUP What makes Fearless Restaurants special and a great place to work?! Cuz we give a damn!...

Assistant General Manager

  • Glen Mills, PA (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 25 days ago
  • Glen Mills, PA (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 25 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER POSITION AT FEARLESS RESTAURANT GROUP What makes Fearless Restaurants special and a great place to work?!...

QSR General Manager

  • Hockessin, DE (11 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 27 days ago
  • Hockessin, DE (11 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 27 days ago

General Manager Qualifications Skills and Knowledge: Service Orientation Actively looks for ways to help others....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in New Castle, DE

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE
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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