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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Assistant Property Manager (Park Landing)

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Facilitate all aspects of apartment leasing: touring with prospective residents, processing applications, recertifications and negotiating lease renewals....

Apartment Property Manager

  • Waldwick, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Waldwick, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring: Property Manager - Waldwick, NJ | $25-27/hr (Based on Experience) Are you an experienced Property Manager ready to lead with confidence, exceed occupancy goals, and create a thriving...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant General Manager Salary Range $75K - $80K Responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing all aspects of the operations including guest and team member satisfaction, financial performance...

Dual General Manager

  • Weehawken, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Weehawken, NJ
  • 1 day ago

What Youll Do: Oversee daily hotel operations for both Envue and Residence Inn brands. Lead all departments to meet service, quality, and operational goals....

General Manager - Best Burger - 1085 - Newark, NJ (Newark, NJ)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 days ago

General Manager - Best Burger - 1085 - Newark, NJ (Newark, NJ) Join to apply for the General Manager - Best Burger - 1085 - Newark, NJ (Newark, NJ) role at Checkers & Rally's Drive-In Restaurants....

General Manager Kosher Fine Dining Restaurant

  • Cliffside Park, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Cliffside Park, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, financial management, and team leadership. Experience managing kosher restaurant operations is a plus but not required (training will be provided)....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Assistant Property Manager Job ID 226846 Posted 01-Jul-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Property Management Location(s) Florham Park - New Jersey - United...

Assistant General Manager - Live! Hospitality

  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 4 days ago

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Assistant General Manager Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Control the day-to-day operations of the venue within the policies and guidelines set forth by the...

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

The Restaurant General Manager (RGM) provides overall leadership and direct supervision of operations in an individual restaurant to ensure that the restaurant meets or exceeds its annual operating...

Assistant General Manager

  • Ocean, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Ocean, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Opportunities for career advancement within the restaurant management team. Employee discounts on meals and beverages....

Assistant General Manager

  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 6 days 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...

Restaurant General Manager

  • NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • NJ
  • 6 days ago

Exciting restaurant concept is now hiring a service driven manager. All applicants must be legally allowed to work in the United States. We look forward to hearing from you. The right individual...

General Manager- Marriott Property - Northern NJ

  • Livingston, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Livingston, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Position Overview As Assistant General Manager, you’ll work closely with the General Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across both properties....

General Manager

  • Wrightstown, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Wrightstown, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Solicit customer feedback, share feedback with team and use feedback to improve restaurant operations and build brand loyalty....

General Manager

  • Marlton, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Marlton, NJ
  • 7 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 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
10.1%
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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