General Manager Jobs in Columbus, IN

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

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 17 hours ago

ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants. Weve been in the burger business for over 55 years so we know a little bit...

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Columbus, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 5 days ago

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

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Columbus, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 6 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....

Property Manager (Bradford Ridge)

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Overview *FREE HOUSING!* Buckingham is seeking an individual committed to the success of others, who employs stellar communication practices and builds trusting relationships. As a leader of our...

Assistant General Manager, Edinburgh Corn Exchange

  • Edinburgh, IN (14 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Edinburgh, IN (14 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Venue: Edinburgh Corn Exchange Company: Academy Music Group Location: Edinburgh Reports to: General Manager Working Hours: Full time Contract Type: Permanent Role The assistant general manager is a...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Columbus, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 15 days ago

Assistant Property Manager Location: Cambridge Square - Columbus, IN Creating Value Through Vibrant Communities With expertise in market-rate, affordable, and mixed-use communities, we specialize...

Apartment Property Manager

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 16 days ago

Are you ready to jump into the dynamic world of Property Management? The Apartment Industry is booming, and the opportunities are endless! Let BGSF, one of the largest staffing firms in the...

General Manager Seymour, IN

  • Seymour, IN (16 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Seymour, IN (16 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 19 days ago

Solicit customer feedback, share feedback with team and use feedback to improve restaurant operations and build brand loyalty....

Property Manager

  • Franklin, IN (20 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Franklin, IN (20 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 25 days ago

Company Description VILLAGE GREEN Founded in 1919, Village Green is a diverse, people-first organization that has contributed to its multi-year Great Places to Work, Top Workplaces, and Best...

General Manager

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 27 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,...

Assistant General Manager

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Why Wendy's COMPANY DESCRIPTION Wendy's is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national...

Assistant General Manager

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

This restaurant management role requires a strong leader that can motivate, coach and correct team members as necessary....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Columbus, IN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 45+ days ago

Description As a Restaurant General Manager, you lead a multi-million dollar business with total operational and financial responsibility for your Taco Bell unit....

General Manager

  • Columbus, IN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 45+ days ago

Summary Description: The General Manager is a business partner accountable for leading a single Restaurant Management and Associate team to deliver Steak 'n Shake operational and financial standards...

Assistant Manager

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 45+ days ago

ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants. We've been in the burger business for over 55 years so we know a little bit...

Demographic Data for Columbus, IN

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Columbus, IN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Columbus, IN 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 Columbus, IN
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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