General Manager Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN

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 General Manager

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Assistant General Manager Full-Time All Shifts As Needed Baymont by Wyndham Knoxville/Cedar Bluff Knoxville, TN A property of: Gibson Hotel Management, Inc....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Clinton, TN (10 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Clinton, TN (10 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 5 days ago

General Managers are responsible for providing guidance and leadership to their team to create a positive culture and maintain high team morale....

Assistant General Manager

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Assistant General Manager About the Job: As an Assistant General Manager, you'll be at the heart of our restaurant's success, supporting the Restaurant General Manager by upholding brand standards and...

General Manager

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Our General Managers are the captains of the ship. They understand what it takes to run a strong business, hire and train great people, and grow our company....

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Oak Ridge, TN - 919

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 8 days ago

General Managers develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer-centric culture....

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) Loudon, TN - 946

  • Loudon, TN (16 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Loudon, TN (16 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 8 days ago

General Managers develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer-centric culture....

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Alcoa, TN - 974

  • Alcoa, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Alcoa, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 8 days ago

General Managers develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer-centric culture....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Loudon, TN (16 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Loudon, TN (16 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago

Utilize all company training tools to provide crew employees with on-the-job training in all aspects of restaurant operation....

Assistant General Manager

  • Clinton, TN (10 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Clinton, TN (10 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago

ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants. We've been in the burger business for over 55 years so we know a little bit...

Operations - Assistant Property Manager

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 14 days ago

We are seeking to empower a highly motivated, goal focused, customer-oriented team member for the role of Assistant Property Manager. Our company is about our people and our culture, propelling us...

General Manager

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 14 days ago

management, or related fields Experience At least three years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred) Experience running a restaurant shift without supervision Experience recruiting, interviewing...

General Manager

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 14 days ago

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

General Manager

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 15 days ago

Department: Operations Job Title: Restaurant General Manager Reporting to: District Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Date Prepared: April 3rd, 2025 Job Summary: The Restaurant General Manager is responsible...

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Knoxville, TN - 995

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 16 days ago

General Managers develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer-centric culture....

Bojangles Assistant General Manager - Knoxville, TN - 938

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 16 days ago

Assistant General Managers work with the General Manager to develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer centric culture....

Demographic Data for Oak Ridge, TN

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Oak Ridge, TN 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 Oak Ridge, TN
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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