General Manager Jobs in Bridgewater, VA

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

  • Stuarts Draft, VA (24 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Stuarts Draft, VA (24 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 8 days ago

As a General Manager, you could be the one helping your restaurant management team and team members to success. You!...

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Staunton, VA (15 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Staunton, VA (15 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 15 days ago

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

Property Manager

  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 16 days 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 -...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 16 days 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 -...

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 16 days 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....

Property Manager - Harrisonburg, VA

  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 21 days ago

Management Services Corporation (MSC) is a leading property management firm with properties throughout Virginia, and one of the Caton Companies. We are seeking a Property Manager for our Longview...

General Manager - Restaurant

  • Staunton, VA (15 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Staunton, VA (15 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Restaurant General Managers play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our high-volume, multifaceted restaurants and fresh kitchen....

KFC Restaurant General Manager G135628- Staunton [VA]

  • Staunton, VA (15 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Staunton, VA (15 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

KFC Assistant General Manager G135628- Staunton [VA]

  • Staunton, VA (15 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Staunton, VA (15 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 90+ days 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 G135626- Cantrell Avenue [VA]

  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

KFC Assistant General Manager G135626- Cantrell Avenue [VA]

  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA (8 miles from Bridgewater, VA)
  • 90+ days 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....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Bridgewater, VA

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 Bridgewater, VA 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 Bridgewater, VA
2-4 years
43.1%
1-2 years
19.1%
4-6 years
18.9%
None
18.3%
Less than 1 year
0.6%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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