General Manager Jobs in Goleta, CA

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

  • Montecito, CA (8 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Montecito, CA (8 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Little Mountain is in search of a stellar Assistant General Manager who will help write our story from day one....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Ventura, CA (24 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (24 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 11 days ago

The Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER Bilingual in English and Spanish REQUIRED; must have the ability to communicate, read,...

General Manager

  • Montecito, CA (8 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Montecito, CA (8 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Operational Excellence Lead day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring seamless coordination between front-of-house and back-of-house teams....

General Manager

  • Santa Barbara, CA (4 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (4 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Discovery - The General Manager will drive growth within their restaurant through development, training, and fiscal responsibility....

Restaurant Management

  • Santa Barbara, CA (4 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (4 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

APPLY HERE! This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Jack in the Box Inc. This means the independent franchisee, and not Jack in the...

KFC General Manager - Hourly

  • Ventura, CA (24 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ventura, CA (24 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

If you're already a successful manager, you need to check out our Restaurant General Manager position. As a Restaurant General Manager, you have the keys to a $1 million+ business (literally!)....

Franchise Assistant General Manager Store 734

  • Ventura, CA (24 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ventura, CA (24 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Franchise Assistant General Manager Store 734 0734 - Ventura, CA, 4393 E MAIN ST, Ventura, California, United States of America Req #3559 Saturday, March 1, 2025 Franchise Location Were growing with...

Food & Beverage Outlet Manager - Hotel Santa Barbara

  • Santa Barbara, CA (4 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (4 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Provide advice and suggestions to General Manager/Assistant General Manager as needed....

Apprentice General Manager

  • Santa Barbara, CA (4 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (4 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

General Manager

  • Goleta, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Goleta, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Our General Managers are the captains of the ship....

Franchise General Manager Store 734

  • Ventura, CA (24 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ventura, CA (24 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

FS - General Manager FRANCHISE LOCATION Founded in 1964, Del Taco, a Lake Forest, California-based company operates or franchises more than 560 restaurants in 15 states....

Resort Manager

  • Montecito, CA (8 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Montecito, CA (8 miles from Goleta, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Experience: Minimum ten years' hotel experience with at least five years' experience at the Executive Level and experience in a minimum of two divisions of luxury/ultra luxury hotel operations....

Demographic Data for Goleta, CA

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Goleta, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Goleta, CA 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 Goleta, CA
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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