General Manager Jobs in Crete, 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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General Manager

  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary The General Manager contributes to the success of Applebee's through the direction and control of restaurant operations to ensure a positive guest experience and company profitability....

Assistant General Manager - Buffalo WIld Wings

  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Full Job Description ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Know what it's like to be in the stadium on game day? Then you know what it's like to work at Buffalo Wild Wings. It's fun. It's fast-paced....

General Manager - Buffalo Wild Wings

  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago

GAME DAY Our sports bar General Manager is our head coach. You will be the leader in creating the ultimate experience for our sports fans....

General Manager - Hard Rock Cafe

  • Gary, IN (17 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gary, IN (17 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Management, Business Administration or equivalent and 3 years' restaurant service with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity....

Assistant General Manager - Steakhouse

  • Gary, IN (17 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gary, IN (17 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Management or related field....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Chicago Heights, IL (5 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago Heights, IL (5 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 4 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

  • Lowell, IN (15 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lowell, IN (15 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 6 days ago

As a General Manager, you will oversee day-to-day restaurant operations....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Chicago Heights, IL (5 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago Heights, IL (5 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 12 days ago

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

Assistant General Manager

  • Winfield, IN (14 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Winfield, IN (14 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Alongside your Restaurant General Manager (RGM), you identify the strongest crew and train them to deliver the best customer experience....

General Manager

  • Mokena, IL (16 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mokena, IL (16 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Required Years of Experience 5 years Job Details Front of house manager for 1, or all 3 locations. All 3 locations are located within 30 minutes radius of each other. Original location has been...

Project Manager Hospitality and Construction Full Time Days

  • Palos Heights, IL (18 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (18 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Description The Project Manager, Hospitality and Construction reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and...

Assistant General Manager

  • Hickory Hills, IL (23 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Hickory Hills, IL (23 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 20 days ago

role is designed to get you ready to be Wendy's next great General Manager....

Regional Property Manager, Multifamily (travel required)

  • Harvey, IL (12 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Harvey, IL (12 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Job Title Regional Property Manager, Multifamily (travel required)( ) Job Description Summary The Regional Property Manager is responsible for the business plan execution for an assigned portfolio...

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 24 days ago

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

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Homewood, IL (8 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Homewood, IL (8 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 25 days 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....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Crete, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Crete, IL 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
10.1%
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 Crete, 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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