General Manager Jobs in Ontario

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.

1-15 of 17 Jobs

General Manager

  • Bolton, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Bolton, ON
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Restaurant General Manager Location: Ontario, Bolton Were a new restaurant bistro, casual bistro dining restaurant renowned for a unique concept bringing good food and unique cocktails to...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago

We are searching for a passionate, experienced, and energetic restaurant leader to fill the position of Restaurant General Manager....

Seasonal Resort Manager - Mississippi Lake, Carleton Place, ON

  • Carleton Place, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Carleton Place, ON
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking a qualified Campground/Resort Manager or management team/couple, at our Mississippi Lake Seasonal Resort. The successful candidate will maintain property operations by attracting...

Property Manager

  • North York, ON
  • 14 days ago
  • North York, ON
  • 14 days ago

Manager Located in a pristine area of the GTA, accessible by all major highways....

Property Manager, Tim Hortons, Canada & US

  • Toronto, ON
  • 16 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 16 days ago

Ready to make your next big professional move? Join us on our journey to achieve our big dream of building the most loved restaurant brands in the world. Restaurant Brands International Inc. is...

Property Manager - Greater London Area

  • London, ON
  • 16 days ago
  • London, ON
  • 16 days ago

ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in...

Assistant General Manager

  • Oakville, ON
  • 16 days ago
  • Oakville, ON
  • 16 days ago

front-of-house and back-of-house areas under the guidance of the General Manager....

General Manager - Barrie Location

  • Brampton, ON
  • 17 days ago
  • Brampton, ON
  • 17 days ago

General Manager What were looking for: A Passion for People and relationship building 2-4 years of business management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Hospitality or Food and Beverage...

General Manager

  • Barrie, ON
  • 17 days ago
  • Barrie, ON
  • 17 days ago

General Manager What were looking for: A Passion for People and relationship building 2-4 years of business management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Hospitality or Food and Beverage...

Hotel Manager, Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel

  • Toronto, ON
  • 18 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 18 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Functions as the strategic business leader of property operations and acts as General Manager in his/her absence....

Hotel Manager - Hilton Toronto

  • Toronto, ON
  • 24 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 24 days ago

management systems Previous experience in the same or similar role Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry....

Property Manager, Tim Hortons

  • Toronto, ON
  • 26 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 26 days ago

Ready to make your next big professional move? Join us on our journey to achieve our big dream of building the most loved restaurant brands in the world. Restaurant Brands International Inc. is...

Chief Enthusiast/General Manager - Franchise

  • Toronto, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 30+ days ago

Job Requirements Manage day-to-day operations and assignments of the hotel. Plan and organize work, communicate goals, and schedule/assign work. Comply with and advise staff of formal policies and...

FOH Management - Assistant General Manager

  • Kingston, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kingston, ON
  • 45+ days ago

in overall restaurant operations execution and management of staff, controllable profit plan achievement, guest count growth, and sales building activities....

FOH Management - General Manager

  • Hamilton, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hamilton, ON
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for an incredible General Manager to be the leader of our team....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Ontario

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 Ontario 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 Ontario
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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