General Manager Jobs in Clarkston, MI

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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KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • KFC
  • Burton, MI (22 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Burton, MI (22 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 18 hours ago

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

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General Manager

  • Sweetgreen
  • Troy, MI (15 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Troy, MI (15 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 1 day ago

General Manager at sweetgreen 730 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083 Apply Now at sweetgreen 730 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083 A Healthier Future Starts With You As a Head Coach (General Manager), you're...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Panera Bread
  • Farmington Hills, MI (15 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (15 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 1 day ago

This Opportunity Is for You If: Minimum age: 18 years of age. 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred. ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve)....

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Assistant General Manager

  • Lacoste
  • Troy, MI (15 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Troy, MI (15 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 1 day ago

strategies to create a memorable dining experience Experience and Education: Two (2) years of restaurant management experience or one year as a Benihana manager with good performance and positive results...

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General Manager

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.
  • Livonia, MI (24 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (24 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Our General Managers lead from the front and in this role, youll hire and develop great people, build a winning culture, and run a strong business....

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Assistant General Manager

  • Taco Bell
  • South Lyon, MI (23 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Lyon, MI (23 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 3 days ago

This role prepares you for General Manager responsibilities while driving team and restaurant growth. What is Team Lyders?...

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Restaurant General Manager

  • Taco Bell
  • Ferndale, MI (22 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ferndale, MI (22 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 3 days ago

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

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General Manager/ Operating Partner

  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Sterling Heights, MI (20 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (20 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Position: General Manager/Operating Partner Immediate Supervisor: Market Supervisor/Multi-Unit Supervisor Status: Exempt Position Summary: This position is the highest management position at the drive-in...

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Restaurant General Manager

  • Dunkin'
  • Waterford, MI (5 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waterford, MI (5 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 7 days ago

About Us: At Dunkin', we're all about great beverages, delicious food, and creating moments that matter. We're looking for a passionate, driven, and energetic leader to join our team as a...

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General Manager

  • Panera Bread
  • Shelby Township, MI (21 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Shelby Township, MI (21 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 7 days ago

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

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Restaurant General Manager

  • Shake Shack
  • Novi, MI (18 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Novi, MI (18 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 8 days ago

operations, including personnel management, food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation and health codes, and security Ability to learn and train others on all aspects of the Shack operations...

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General Manager

  • McDonalds
  • Almont, MI (23 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Almont, MI (23 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 14 days ago

The General Manager works with his/her leader to set the restaurants goals and creates a plan to achieve the goals. To meet restaurant goals, the General Manager doesnt work alone....

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General Manager (Store Manager)

  • McDonalds
  • Ortonville, MI (8 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Ortonville, MI (8 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 14 days ago

The General Manager works with his/her leader to set the restaurants goals and creates a plan to achieve the goals. To meet restaurant goals, the General Manager doesnt work alone....

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Fast Track General Manager

  • Arby's, LLC
  • Waterford, MI (5 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Waterford, MI (5 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 20 days ago

As a General Manager, you could be the one helping your restaurant management team and team members to success. You!...

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Assistant General Manager

  • McDonalds
  • Grand Blanc, MI (17 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Grand Blanc, MI (17 miles from Clarkston, MI)
  • 20 days ago

Manager to achieve restaurant performance and quality standards in three areas: Kitchen: Supervise food quality, safety, cost, and new menu items People: Hire, train, and schedule restaurant staff...

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Demographic Data for Clarkston, MI

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Clarkston, MI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Clarkston, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.3%
High School or GED
20.4%
Associate's Degree
15.5%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.1%
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 Clarkston, MI
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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