General Manager Jobs in Crest Hill, IL

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 General Manager

  • Panera Bread
  • Matteson, IL (19 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Matteson, IL (19 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

This Opportunity Is for You If: Minimum age: 18 years of age. 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred....

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Assistant General Manager

  • Dunkin'
  • Homewood, IL (22 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Homewood, IL (22 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: Assistant Manager Franchise Organization: Homewood Donuts, Inc. Reports To: Restaurant Manager/Multi-Unit Manager Overview An Assistant Manager is generally responsible for...

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Restaurant General Manager

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant General Manager Benefits: Full healthcare after 1 year of service Generous PTO plan Family-owned business and strong work culture Strong opportunities for advancement with a growing group...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Taco Bell
  • Minooka, IL (10 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Minooka, IL (10 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 3 days ago

This role prepares you for General Manager responsibilities while driving team and restaurant growth. What is Team Lyders?...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Portillo Restaurant Group
  • Summit, IL (21 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Summit, IL (21 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Management or at least 1 year of Assistant General Manager or General Manager experience in a high volume, fast-paced environment preferred Working knowledge of restaurant operations, including recruiting...

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Assistant General Manager

  • McDonald's
  • Plainfield, IL (6 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (6 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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Hotel General Manager

  • Midas Hospitality
  • Romeoville, IL (5 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (5 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The General Manager is the backbone of all hotel operations, and is in charge of the training, culture and overall running of the hotel....

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General Manager

  • Red Lobster
  • Matteson, IL (19 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Matteson, IL (19 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Overview As a General Manager, you'll be responsible for leading restaurant operations through a team of managers and crew; demonstrate leadership by living Red Lobster's principles, driving a culture...

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General Manager

  • Potbelly Corporate
  • Naperville, IL (14 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (14 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 12 days ago

The General Manager is the leader of the Potbelly shop!...

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General Manager

  • McDonald's
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 13 days ago

The General Manager works with his/her leader to set the restaurant's goals and creates a plan to achieve the goals. To meet restaurant goals, the General Manager doesn't work alone....

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Assistant General Manager - Unassigned

  • LE0103 Drury Hotels Company LLC
  • Downers Grove, IL (18 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (18 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 17 days ago

As experts in hotel operations creating memorable guest experiences, Drury Hotels Company's Assistant General Manager - Unassigned support our vision, core values and goals by taking exceptional care...

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Restaurant General Manager

  • Smashburger
  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 20 days ago

What It Takes 1-2 years of Restaurant General Manager experience in restaurants Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays Follow Smashburger uniform standards Ability to follow all guidelines...

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Restaurant General Manager

  • Taco Bell
  • Merrionett pk, IL (23 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Merrionett pk, IL (23 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 21 days ago

As Restaurant General Manager at Team Lyders, you will manage one of our restaurants within our brand standards and policies....

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Unassigned General Manager

  • Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc.
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (21 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Successful GMs have 1-3 years prior General Manager or Assistant General Manager experience in a restaurant setting....

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KFC Assistant General Manager

  • KFC
  • West Chicago, IL (23 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (23 miles from Crest Hill, IL)
  • 27 days ago

If you're passionate about the fast-paced world of restaurant management, we want you....

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Demographic Data for Crest Hill, IL

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Crest Hill, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Crest Hill, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.3%
High School or GED
20.4%
Associate's Degree
15.5%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.1%
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 Crest Hill, IL
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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