General Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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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General Manager

  • Vineland, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Own the daily operations of the Sunrise Social Express Vineland store Lead a team of 1015 FOH/BOH employees with clarity and accountability Deliver...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Somerset, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Somerset, NJ
  • 4 hours 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
  • 5 hours ago
  • Somerset, NJ
  • 5 hours 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
  • 8 hours ago
  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 8 hours 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 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 9 hours 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
  • 9 hours ago
  • Orange, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

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

Property Manager

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

HomeServices Property Management has a career opportunity for a Property Manager to build and maintain a well-balanced portfolio of properties. About us Next-gen property management services for...

Account Executive Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 10 hours 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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Assistant Property Manager

  • Franklin, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, NJ
  • 1 day 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 -...

General Manager

  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • 1 day ago

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

Regional Property Manager

  • NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • NJ
  • 1 day ago

Regional Property Manager Planfield, NJ ( Property Management Job Type Full-time Description Regional Property Manager Newley Created Position to support our growth in New Jersey, New Properties!...

Assistant General Manager

  • Mahwah, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Mahwah, NJ
  • 1 day 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

  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 1 day 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 Assistant General Manager

  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 1 day 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....

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • East Orange, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • East Orange, NJ
  • 1 day ago

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

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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