General Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

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

  • Greenfield, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Greenfield, WI
  • 12 days ago

As a General Manager, you will lead a high-performing team and oversee the success of the beloved neighborhood bakery-cafe to sweet success....

Property Manager in Fitchburg,WI,US

  • Fitchburg, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Fitchburg, WI
  • 1 day ago

Our client is a top-performing real estate and property management company serving the greater Madison area. From managing privately owned portfolios to supporting condominium associations, they...

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Tomah, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Tomah, WI
  • 2 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....

General Manager

  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

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

Assistant General Manager

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 2 days ago

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

Restaurant General Manager

  • Superior, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Superior, WI
  • 2 days ago

Following operational and inventory control procedures to ensure smooth restaurant operations....

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Portage, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Portage, WI
  • 3 days ago

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

Restaurant General Manager

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago

Manager at Mitra QSR, you will be trusted with overseeing three key areas of our business: Our Employees : You will oversee day-to-day operations, nurture, grow, and retain your team, and build a culture...

Assistant General Manager

  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 4 days ago

This role prepares you for General Manager responsibilities while driving team and restaurant growth. What is Team Lyders?...

Commercial Property Manager

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago

Commercial Property Manager GROUP II DOE United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee Jun 06, 2025 One of Milwaukee's premier Commercial Real Estate/Property Management companies is adding a Property...

Dining Services General Manager - University Of Wisconsin - River Falls

  • River Falls, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • River Falls, WI
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a self-motivated individual for the role of General Manager at the University of Wisconsin - River Falls....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • 5 days ago

Wisconsin Management Company (WMC) is hiring an experienced Part-Time Assistant Property Manager to join our office team in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin! WMC offers competitive compensation and...

Property Manager Pepin/ Durand, WI

  • Arkansaw, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Arkansaw, WI
  • 5 days ago

Wisconsin Management Company (WMC) is hiring a full-time Property Manager for oversight of multi-site properties in Pepin/Durand. The ideal candidate will have experience working with rural...

Multi-site Property Manager

  • Hudson, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Hudson, WI
  • 6 days ago

Join Hornig Companies, a team of hard-working individuals who truly care about their residents and coworkers. For over 65 years, our family-owned and operated residential property management...

General Manager

  • Racine, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 8 days ago

About the Role: We are seeking a driven and people-focused General Manager to lead our McDonald's restaurant and join The Schmitz Organization....

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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