General Manager Jobs in Edison, 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

  • Cliffwood, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cliffwood, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : store 8671 - Cliffwood, NJ Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $17.00 - $19.00 Hourly Job Shift : Day We are seeking to empower a highly motivated, goal focused,...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Somerset, NJ (6 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (6 miles from Edison, 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 (6 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (6 miles from Edison, 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...

General Manager -Wendys Restaurant Flatbush Avenue Brooklyn NY

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our General Managers operate the business with a high level of honesty and integrity and are always seeking to improve themselves, their team and the business....

Property Manager

  • Florham Park, NJ (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (17 miles from Edison, 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 (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Edison, 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 (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, NJ (19 miles from Edison, 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...

Account Executive Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Jersey City or Edison, NJ - Hybrid In this position, you'll be based in our Jersey City or Edison office for a minimum of three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for...

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Property Manager - Affordable Housing

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Property Manager - Affordable Housing About the Organization For over three decades, SMC has been in the forefront of proven, quality real estate property management services in the New York/New...

Assistant General Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: As an Assistant General Manager, you will be entrusted with the leadership of a team comprised of exceptional individuals who share our values....

General Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

management experience + Have experience as a Chipotle Apprentice + Have applied experience handling OSHA, EEOC, and health department matters + Have an A.A. or B.A....

Senior Property Manager

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Property Manager Job ID 219230 Posted 15-May-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Property Management Location(s) Manhattan - New York - United States of...

Assistant General Manager

  • S Plainfield, NJ (3 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • S Plainfield, NJ (3 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 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

  • Old Bridge, NJ (9 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ (9 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

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

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Bloomfield, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (22 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 3 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....

Demographic Data for Edison, NJ

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Edison, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Edison, 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 Edison, 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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