General Manager Jobs in Jonesboro, AR

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 in Training - Retail

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 4 days ago

Req ID: 458010 Address: 5101 East Parker Road Jonesboro, AR, 72404 Welcome to Loves! Where People are the Heart of Our Success Operations Manager Working at Loves as an Operations Manager is a...

Kfc Restaurant General Manager L518172

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 7 days ago

The Restaurant General Manager and the Assistant Unit Manager both play a key role in the operation of the restaurants, and have accountability for directing the daily operations of the of the restaurant...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 13 days ago

We have Career Opportunities for Restaurant General Managers (RGM)....

General Manager in Training - Retail

  • Jonesboro, AR (9 miles from Jonesboro, AR)
  • 13 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR (9 miles from Jonesboro, AR)
  • 13 days ago

Req ID: 458009 Address: 5101 East Parker Road Jonesboro, AR, 72404 Welcome to Loves! Where People are the Heart of Our Success Operations Manager Working at Loves as an Operations Manager is a...

Assistant General Manager

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 21 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 21 days ago

We have Amazing Career Opportunities for Assistant General Managers: WHO YOU ARE - Have a minimum of 4 years of progressive and successful experience in a management role within the restaurant industry...

Copy - General Manager

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 60+ days ago

The General Manager works with his/her leader to set the restaurant's goals and creates a plan to achieve the goals. To meet restaurant goals, the General Manager doesn't work alone....

General Manager

  • Paragould, AR (17 miles from Jonesboro, AR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Paragould, AR (17 miles from Jonesboro, AR)
  • 90+ days ago

Advanced studies in business, restaurant management or related fields are preferred Minimum of two (2) years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred), experience running shifts without supervision...

Bryson Consulting General Manager

  • Paragould, AR (17 miles from Jonesboro, AR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Paragould, AR (17 miles from Jonesboro, AR)
  • 90+ days ago

Advanced studies in business, restaurant management or related fields are preferred Minimum of two (2) years of restaurant management experience (QSR preferred), experience running shifts without supervision...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 90+ 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 -...

Demographic Data for Jonesboro, AR

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Jonesboro, AR

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 Jonesboro, AR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.9%
High School or GED
21.2%
Associate's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.2%
Master's Degree
9.7%
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 Jonesboro, AR
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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