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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Restaurant General Manager

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 1 hour ago

As the General Manager, you will lead and develop people to execute outstanding product quality and customer service, build sales and control costs for the restaurant....

Hospitality Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Come Play With Us! The Hospitality Manager plays a vital role in ensuring exceptional guest experiences within our venues. This role involves overseeing various aspects of day-to-day hospitality...

Apprentice General Manager

  • Coralville, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 1 day ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Muscatine, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Muscatine, IA
  • 2 days ago

As the Restaurant General Manager, you are the #1 leader!...

McDonalds General Manager $55,000 plus bonuses

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

General Manager Raccoon Valley Partners McDonalds Are you ready to take the lead at one of the worlds most recognized brands?...

Assistant General Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Summary The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is a training position to become a General Manager for Sonesta ES Suites....

Hotel Supervisor (Harrah's Hotel)

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 2 days ago

Builds guest relations through visibility to guest, solicitating/requesting feedback, resolves guest complaints relating appropriately and professionally....

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Mount Pleasant, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, IA
  • 5 days ago

If you're already a successful manager, you need to check out our Restaurant General Manager position. As a Restaurant General Manager, you have the keys to a $1 million+ business (literally!)....

Property Manager

  • Tama, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tama, IA
  • 6 days ago

JOB TITLE: Property Manager \n DEPARTMENT: Realty Office \n CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt \n DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: \n Management of multi-family living complexes. \n Develop maintenance and...

Property Manager -Timberland at Crestbruck Park I & II

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a Property Manager for our Crestbruck Park I & II location. This community has 240 units and is located in Ankeny, IA. As the Property Manager, you directly oversee the...

Property Manager - Remote Seattle WA

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago

Property Manager - Remote Seattle WA Job ID 230298 Posted 23-Jul-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Property Management Location(s) Remote - US - Remote - US -...

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Restaurant General Manager

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 9 days ago

In 2020, we'll be taking 85 General Managers! -Bonus program! General Managers have the potential to make up to an extra forty thousand dollars annually in bonus alone....

Assistant General Manager

  • Coralville, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 9 days ago

Working closely with the restaurant general manager, you will help ensure the restaurant operates efficiently, maintains high standards of food quality and customer service, and meets financial goals...

Pizza Hut Restaurant General Manager

  • Onawa, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Onawa, IA
  • 11 days ago

It's the calling of our Restaurant General Managers to make them feel like family with smiles, teamwork and dedication....

Hotel Assistant General Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

The Job A typical day for the Assistant General Manager includes assisting the General Manager in the day-to-day operations of the hotel....

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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
20.9%
Associate's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.9%
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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