General Manager Jobs in Dover, 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

  • Union, NJ (21 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Union, NJ (21 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

At CubeSmart, our culture makes the difference. When we say its whats inside that counts, we are saying you count Responsibilities: What CubeSmart Self Storage offers: Weekly Pay - Putting money...

General Manager

  • Hackettstown, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day 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....

Bench Assistant General Manager

  • Parsippany, NJ (9 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (9 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Generate weekly and monthly cost reports Uphold sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area The experience you have At least two years of restaurant management (Assistant General Manager, Kitchen...

Bench Restaurant General Manager

  • Parsippany, NJ (9 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (9 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day 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....

Assistant General Manager

  • Hackettstown, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Generate weekly and monthly cost reports Uphold sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area The experience you have At least two years of restaurant management (Assistant General Manager, Kitchen...

Bench General Manager

  • Hackettstown, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day 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....

Airline Lounges General Manager

  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

As the General Manager you will also be responsible for financials and cost controls....

Assistant General Manager

  • Union, NJ (21 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, NJ (21 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 2 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...

General Manager

  • East Orange, NJ (20 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Orange, NJ (20 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

The General Manager will manage the overall restaurant to ensure we are 1st Choice for our Guests and Employees....

Hospitality Manager - Peapack, NJ

  • Peapack, NJ (16 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Peapack, NJ (16 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

What's in it for you? Hiring immediately! Flexible Schedule Growth Opportunities paid training Free company uniform The following programs are available to help support you,freeof charge. Health...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Franklin, NJ (12 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (12 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Order Number: DE9870814 Job Title: Assistant Property Manager Company: Harbor Group Management Location: Somerset, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than High School Experience: None Hours: Duration:...

General Manager

  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Previous experience as a General Manager in a union environment preferred....

Cafe General Manager

  • Paramus, NJ (24 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (24 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Cafe General Manager Qualifications: 2+ years of General Manager experience in a full-service restaurant. A passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional service....

Regional Property Manager

  • Madison, NJ (13 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (13 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Description About the Company: Lamar Companies is a full-service, privately held, real estate investment company headquartered in New Jersey. Since its founding in 1972, the Company has routinely...

General Manager

  • Denville, NJ (4 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Denville, NJ (4 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Focuses on developing a people and guest-centric culture that consistently delivers excellent guest service and food quality while ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements...

Demographic Data for Dover, NJ

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Dover, 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 Dover, NJ 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 Dover, 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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