General Manager Jobs in Iowa

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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Property Manager Camp Little Cloud

  • Epworth, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Epworth, IA
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Join the Girl Scouts of Eastern IA and Western IL as the Full-Time Property Manager at Camp Little Cloud in picturesque Epworth, IA! This...

Assistant General Manager

  • Williamsburg, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Williamsburg, IA
  • 1 day ago

Assistant General Manager Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. A job at McDonalds offers a job combo that fits YOU....

General Manager

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 1 day ago

General Manager Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. A job at McDonalds offers a job combo that fits YOU....

Restaurant General Manager 6991

  • Newton, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, IA
  • 1 day ago

General Manager : : Employer: DRM Arby's ***Why should you join the DReaM Team?...

McDonalds General Manager $55,000 + Bonuses

  • Stuart, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Stuart, IA
  • 1 day ago

The General Manager works with his/her leader to set the restaurants goals and builds a plan to achieve those goals....

Assistant General Manager

  • Clive, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Clive, IA
  • 4 days ago

Managers and Executive Kitchen Managers Career Development Opportunities What You'll Do Oversee overall restaurant operations and complex departments including Service and Tasting Room Adhere to policies...

Hotel Supervisor (Hilton Garden Inn, Horseshoe)

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 6 days ago

Caesars Entertainment is Blazing the Trail for our team members with an all new benefits program. Full-time team members are able to choose from five different medical coverage levels. We also...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Grinnell, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Grinnell, IA
  • 7 days ago

Passion for pizza and people...Must have general working knowledge of inventory management, people skills, detail oriented and able to lead a team of fellow passionate pizza lovers Requirements...

Hotel General Manager

  • Burlington, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Burlington, IA
  • 9 days ago

Looking for an Outgoing, Organized, Detail Oriented Individual to lead our Team! 86 Room All Suite Property Responsible for all aspects of Hotel Management including event orginization for...

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 9 days ago

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

Assistant General Manager

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 9 days ago

This is the place to start the next phase of your restaurant management career....

Property Manager

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 10 days ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids, IA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : 1st Shift Job Category...

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 11 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....

General Manager

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 11 days ago

Participate in local store marketing (LSM) activities for the market....

Assistant Property Manager (CRE)

  • Jamaica, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Jamaica, IA
  • 12 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...

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Iowa

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Iowa 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 Iowa
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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