General Manager Jobs in Chester, NJ

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 Property Manager

  • Somerset, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Harbor Group Management Company is a multi-billion dollar real estate investment and property management firm. As we continue to grow, we are looking for passionate, goal oriented, creative...

Property Manager

  • Somerset, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Property Manager 300-499 Job Title: Property Manager 300-499 Division: Multifamily Status: Exempt JOB SUMMARY : As a Property Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the...

Property Manager

  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Property Manager Job ID 219925 Posted 22-May-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Property Management Location(s) Florham Park - New Jersey - United States of...

Assistant General Manager - Morristown, New Jersey

  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for Assistant General Manager (AGM) to help us open our Morristown cafe! When you step inside of a Tatte Bakery & Cafe you instantly feel comfortable and inspired....

Multifamily Property Manager

  • Orange, NJ (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, NJ (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

management systems, vendor relationships, and local market dynamics + High sense of ownership, accountability, and an entrepreneurial mindset + Strong leadership, communication, and organizational...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Franklin, NJ (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Overview At CubeSmart, our culture makes the difference. When we say it's what's inside that counts, we are saying you count Responsibilities What CubeSmart Self Storage offers: Weekly Pay -...

Assistant General Manager

  • S Plainfield, NJ (20 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • S Plainfield, NJ (20 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days 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...

General Manager

  • Hillside, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hillside, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

You have a strong background in restaurant operations achieving benchmarks in food, labor, service, food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness....

General Manager

  • Rockaway, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 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....

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • East Orange, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Orange, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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

General Manager Needed $28-$30/Hourly DOE!

  • South Orange, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Orange, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

management experience (Greek cuisine a plus!)...

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Rahway, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 4 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....

Assistant Property Manager (Part - Time)

  • Union, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Union, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Overview At CubeSmart, our culture makes the difference. When we say it’s what’s inside that counts, we are saying “you count” Responsibilities What CubeSmart Self Storage offers: Weekly Pay -...

Property Manager - Residential

  • Union, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Union, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Your new company With over 95,000 units owned/managed and $75 Billion in transactions across 49 states, our client is one of the largest Real Estate and financial institutions in the nation. Your...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Parsippany, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

About the role As the General Manager of a Wonder restaurant, you'll lead day-to-day operations, ensuring exceptional service and driving business growth....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Chester, NJ

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 Chester, NJ 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 Chester, NJ
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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