General Manager Jobs in Whittier, 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

  • Los Alamitos, CA (14 miles from Whittier, CA)
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  • Los Alamitos, CA (14 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • moments ago

Assists the General Manager in leading the team in the development and implementation of property-wide strategies....

General Manager

  • Santa Ana, CA (20 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (20 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • moments 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...

Assistant General Manager, The Roof

  • West Hollywood, CA (18 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • moments ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (18 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • moments ago

Supervises daily restaurant operations and assists with menu planning, maintains sanitation standards and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods....

Property Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Under the direction of the Interim Director of Asset & Property Management and the Property Supervisor, the Property Manager lives on-site and is responsible for all...

General Manager

  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Work with the hotel's property management system (Opera) and reservation system (Synxis) to maximize revenue through occupancy and rate adjustments based on market conditions....

Assistant Property Manager, Multifamily

  • Irvine, CA (23 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (23 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Title Assistant Property Manager, MultifamilyAstoria At Central Park West ( Job Description Summary The Assistant Property Manager is responsible for maintaining our communities to a...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY The General Manager is responsible and accountable for all restaurant activities at all times....

General Manager

  • West Hollywood, CA (18 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (18 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

We're seeking a visionary General Manager to lead our team and drive excellence across every facet of the operation....

Assistant Property Manager - Affordable Apartments - La Puente

  • La Puente, CA (5 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • La Puente, CA (5 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Position Summary WSH Management is currently recruiting for an on-site Assistant Property Manager for a 74- unit, senior affordable apartment community located in La Puente, CA Reports to:...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Irvine, CA (23 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (23 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago

As the General Manager you lead the success of the overall restaurant operation....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Irvine, CA (23 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (23 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Store 4114 - Irvine, CA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $18.50 - $20.00 Hourly Job Shift : Day We are seeking to empower a highly motivated, goal focused,...

General Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Small restaurant group with multiple concepts currently looking for a General Manager to join our team for our Cantina concept....

Property Manager

  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago

RETS Associates, on behalf of its Client, an operator of over 50MSF throughout California, is seeking a Property Manager (PM) to be based in Brea, California. PM will oversee an industrial...

General Manager

  • Irvine, CA (23 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (23 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago

**Qualifications** **Education/Formal Training** A four-year college degree or equivalent education/experience **Experience** Previous experience as General Manager or Assistant General Manager at a...

Assistant Property Manager - Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Whittier, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring an Assistant Property Manager at Gilbert Lindsay (. We train our staff and provide both mentorship and support to foster professional career growth from this position to the Property...

Demographic Data for Whittier, CA

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Whittier, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Whittier, 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 Whittier, 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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