General Manager Jobs in Smithton, 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.

1-15 of 29 Jobs

Assistant General Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant management, retail management, veterinary management/experience and/or hospitality experience preferred. Bilingual skills a plus....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Clayton, MO (24 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clayton, MO (24 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 2 days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 4 years experience in food and beverage...

General Manager

  • Clayton, MO (24 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clayton, MO (24 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 2 days ago

General Manager Lead with purpose. Grow with support. At Panera, our leaders are celebrated for bringing out the best in their teams....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Facilitate all aspects of apartment leasing: touring with prospective residents, processing applications, processing recertifications, and negotiating lease renewals....

Resort Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Restaurant management, retail management, veterinary management/experience and/or hospitality experience preferred. Bilingual skills a plus....

General Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 9 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....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 10 days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 4 years experience in food and beverage...

General Manager

  • Richmond Heights, MO (24 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Richmond Heights, MO (24 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 11 days ago

As a General Manager, you will lead a high-performing team and oversee the success of the beloved neighborhood bakery-cafe to sweet success....

General Manager

  • Webster Groves, MO (23 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Webster Groves, MO (23 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 12 days ago

This position is assigned to high volume and/or high complexity restaurants and reports to the restaurant General Manager....

Assistant General Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Salary: 90K-110K Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Eligible Pay Grade: 14 Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment,...

Assistant General Manager

  • Clayton, MO (24 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Clayton, MO (24 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 12 days ago

This is a full-time, restaurant management position that assists with overseeing the restaurant operations of a high-end chophouse. 801 restaurants are team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, and guest-centric...

Assistant Property Manager (CRE)

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Job Title Assistant Property Manager (CRE) Job Description Summary The Assistant Property Manager is responsible for assisting in all areas defined as a part of the Sr. Assistant Property Manager...

Property Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Description We are seeking an energetic and professional individual for a Property Manager position. The Property Manager would be managing Cupples Lofts, located in downtown Saint Louis, MO. The...

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Arnold, MO (21 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Arnold, MO (21 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 18 days ago

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

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (19 miles from Smithton, IL)
  • 19 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 Smithton, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Smithton, 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 Smithton, 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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