General Manager Jobs in Oakland, 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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Mamahuhu Seeks General Manager

  • Mill Valley, CA (20 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Mill Valley, CA (20 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • moments ago

SCHEDULE As General Manager you create your own schedule....

Charmaine's General Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • moments ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • moments ago

In-depth knowledge of restaurant operations, including front-of-house, kitchen, and service protocols....

Property Manager

  • Benicia, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Benicia, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 8 hours 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 -...

General Manager/Service Director

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

years Job Details Maritime Boat Club is looking for a dynamic and passionate Service Director to lead our front-of-house team and create an exceptional guest experience....

Restaurant Management

  • San Carlos, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Carlos, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours 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...

Assistant Property Manager - Villages at Pacifica

  • Pacifica, CA (18 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Pacifica, CA (18 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Overview COMPANY SUMMARY: The John Stewart Company is a full-service housing management, development and consulting organization that began in 1978 with a commitment to providing high quality...

General Manager - Embassy Suites San Francisco Airport Waterfront (Burlingame)

  • Burlingame, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlingame, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Opportunity Are you ready to lead Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront, Burlingame as our next General Manager?...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Experience & Technical Training: Minimum of three (3) years restaurant management experience in a General Manager role required. Full Service Restaurant General Management experience required....

Cafe General Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Cafe General Manager Requirements: College degree is preferred. Bachelor of Science degree in hotel/restaurant management is desirable....

General Manager of Ginger's (downtown's only gay bar!)

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Click here to APPLY for the General Manager position in Ginger's...

Assistant Property Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Assistant Property Manager DEPARTMENT:Operations REPORTS TO:Senior Portfolio Manager Company Background: Gaetani Real Estate (GRE) has been providing professional property management services to...

Retail General Manager

  • South San Francisco, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Pressed Juicery is hiring a Retail General Manager....

Property Manager - Villa Montgomery

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview COMPANY SUMMARY: The John Stewart Company is a full-service housing management, development and consulting organization that began in 1978 with a commitment to providing high quality...

General Manager, Clarks Menlo Park

  • West Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

About Clark's Oyster Bar: Clark's Oyster Bar, part of MML Hospitality, is opening its newest location in Menlo Park, California, in April 2025. Known for our exceptional oysters, martinis, lobster...

Assistant General Manager, Palo Alto - San Francisco

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

ROLE: High potential Operations Manager with the potential to grow into a General Manager and Multi Manager position OUR STORY: Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Oakland, CA

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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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