General Manager Jobs in Lees Summit, MO

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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Apprentice General Manager

  • Mission, KS (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mission, KS (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 9 hours ago

store marketing opportunities Ensuring that safety and security standards are emphasized and adhered to, and that employees are trained in appropriate responses to unsafe situations The ideal candidate...

Taco Bell Assistant General Manager

  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 12 hours ago

Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, including inventory management, cash handling, and ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures....

Taco Bell General Manager

  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 12 hours ago

Taco Bell RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER Are you ready to take your career in the fast-food industry to the next level?...

Property Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Property Manager Salary : $70,000 salary + bonuses + 20% housing discount Schedule : Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 6:00PM, Weekends as needed Explore Reverb: Unlock your potential with...

Assistant General Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Opportunity: Assistant General Manager Supervise and manage hotel departments and oversee hotel operations as directed....

Property Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview: The Property Manager is accountable for all community operations. The purpose of the Property Manager is to effectively manage and coordinate site staff, activates, and...

Assistant GM

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary: Working as an Assistant General Manager, you are responsible for maintaining the account along with the General Manager in accordance with the approved budget while meeting...

Assistant General Manager

  • Grain Valley, MO (8 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Grain Valley, MO (8 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Assist the General Manager with restaurant maintenance. Assist the General Manager with finding, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding future team members....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Shawnee, KS (19 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS (19 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 6 days ago

A General Manager is a leader who is able to build a team and develop existing team of top performers by training and developing skills, providing clear, consistent direction, and recognizing individual...

Property Manager I

  • Independence, MO (14 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Independence, MO (14 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 9 days ago

Property Manager I National Church Residences serves more than 46,000 seniors through our array of housing and health care services. With more than 360 communities across the U.S., we are the...

Apartment Property Manager

  • Overland Park, KS (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 10 days ago

un Apartment Property Manager (Overland Park) Privately owned compensation: Salary + leasing and performance bonuses + excellent benefits + rent discount employment type: experience level: senior...

Assistant General Manager OEM

  • Lenexa, KS (19 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (19 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 11 days ago

operations....

General Manager

  • Shawnee Mission, KS (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Shawnee Mission, KS (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 11 days ago

The General Manager is the leader of the Potbelly shop!...

General Manager

  • Overland Park, KS (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (18 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 13 days ago

The General Manager is the leader of the Potbelly shop!...

General Manager

  • Prairie Village, KS (14 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Prairie Village, KS (14 miles from Lees Summit, MO)
  • 13 days ago

Successful GMs have 1-3 years prior General Manager or Assistant General Manager experience in a restaurant setting....

Demographic Data for Lees Summit, MO

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Lees Summit, MO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Lees Summit, MO 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 Lees Summit, MO
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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