General Manager Jobs in San Jose, 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 Property Manager (part-time)

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Please read the application instructions below before applying. We cannot consider applications that do not follow the application instructions. Thank you!** WSB Properties is a property...

General Manager

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years' experience in the guest...

General Manager - TikTok

  • San Jose, CA (1 mile from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (1 mile from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary As General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of dining operations at the TikTok account, ensuring alignment with budget and client expectations....

Property Manager - Sycamore & La Playa

  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At Mercy Housing, we are on a mission to redefine affordable, low-income housing and create a more humane world where communities thrive, and all individuals can realize their full potential. As...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Manager, you are accountable for leading your store....

Regional Property Manager (Bay Area Region)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

WinnCompanies is searching for an experienced and adaptabl e Regional Property Manager to join our team and manage a portfolio of affordable properties in the Bay Area Region. In this role, you...

Assistant Property Manager - Middlefield Junction

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At Mercy Housing, we are on a mission to redefine affordable, low-income housing and create a more humane world where communities thrive, and all individuals can realize their full potential. As...

Property Manager

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

StorAmerica Management - Looking for an Energetic Self Storage Property Manager in the City of Henderson: Address: 612 Las Palmas Entrada Ave, Henderson, NV 89012 Hours are 5 days a week, 8-hour...

General Manager of Restaurants - Eataly Silicon Valley

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Reports to the Director of Store Operations and oversees the team of Restaurant Assistant General Managers....

Assistant Property Manager (Commercial - Remote CA)

  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Remote Work

Assistant General Manager

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

In supporting the General Manager (GM) the AGM is second in command....

General Manager

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

As our General Manager, you will be the face of the Fremont Garden Inn by Hilton....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Taco Bell Restaurant General Manager is the leader of the TEAM who establishes the tone of the work environment, and the level of customer hospitality....

Affordable Housing Property Manager

  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Position: Affordable Housing Property Manager Location: Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Pay Rate: $23-$25/hr Shift: Description: Join Our Team as a Leasing Professional with Affordable Housing...

Regional Account Manager, Hospitality

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Regional Account Manager will focus on driving B2B sales growth in the hospitality and retail sectors, with a strong emphasis on new business acquisition within a 200-mile radius of San...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.9%
High School or GED
21.1%
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 San Jose, 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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