General Manager Jobs in Portland, 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

  • Gallatin, TN (12 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Gallatin, TN (12 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 10 hours ago

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER GALLATIN, TN ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants....

General Manager - Event Security and Guest Services

  • Hendersonville, TN (15 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hendersonville, TN (15 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Join Our Team as a General Manager! Why Work for BEST Crowd Management?...

Restaurant General Manager- Clarksville

  • Goodlettsville, TN (19 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Goodlettsville, TN (19 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 9 days ago

Were looking for a General Manager whos ready to take charge, grow the business, and have fun doing it....

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Lebanon, TN - 2007

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 9 days ago

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

Property Manager - Asset Strategy

  • Goodlettsville, TN (19 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Goodlettsville, TN (19 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Madison, TN (22 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Madison, TN (22 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 12 days ago

The Assistant Property Manager is responsible for assisting in all areas defined as a part of the Sr. Assistant Property Manager job description, as well as performing property administrator job...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Madison, TN (22 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Madison, TN (22 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 13 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

  • Greenbrier, TN (17 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Greenbrier, TN (17 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 13 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...

General Manager

  • Franklin, KY (13 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Franklin, KY (13 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 15 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

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 22 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...

Restaurant General Manager

  • White House, TN (9 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • White House, TN (9 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

either a food service or retail environment Strong preference for internal promote Must be at least 21 years old Must pass background check Must have reliable transportation As a Taco Bell Restaurant General...

Bojangles Assistant General Manager (Asistente de Gerente General) - Lebanon, TN - 2007

  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lebanon, TN (23 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ 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....

Assistant property Manager

  • Hendersonville, TN (15 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, TN (15 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis and were looking for motivated candidates to join our team and advance our mission. With offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix and...

Restaurant Management Opportunity

  • Hendersonville, TN (15 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, TN (15 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

This is the place to start the next phase of your restaurant management career....

Assistant General Manager

  • Gallatin, TN (12 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gallatin, TN (12 miles from Portland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Krystal Assistant General Managers understand the importance of providing great energy for restaurant teams and being fresh, friendly and fast for our guest, while focusing on restaurant operations....

Demographic Data for Portland, TN

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Portland, TN

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 Portland, 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 Portland, 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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