General Manager Jobs in Mahwah, NJ

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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Guest Relations Manager

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required....

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Paterson, NJ (11 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Paterson, NJ (11 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

What a day in the life of an Assistant General Manager can look like: Supervise daily restaurant operations, ensuring adherence to KFC standards and policies....

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Passaic, NJ (15 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (15 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

KBP Foods, a leading franchisee of KFC, is hiring a Restaurant General Manager for our growing team....

General Manager

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 5 years Job Details Boucherie is seeking a passionate, experienced General Manager to lead our awesome tenured staff....

Assistant General Manager

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Boucherie is seeking a hospitality professional who is an experienced and capable Assistant General Manager who will be in charge of planning, organizing...

Restaurant General Manager, Japanese Dining - Waldorf Astoria New York

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Manager: Prior Restaurant Management experience in an upscale fine dining environment....

Assistant General Manager

  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better. Reporting to the Hub BU Leader, this position leads and manages the Culinary/Hot Kitchen, Assembly and...

Restaurant General Manager - Eataly Soho

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Organizes and directs a store's restaurant operations to maximize profitability while upholding the company's mission, values, policies, quality and guest experience standards Sets departmental goals...

Open Call for Assistant General Manager New Restaurant in Pelham, NY

  • Pelham, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Pelham, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Date: Friday, April 18th, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Location: 146 Fifth Ave, Pelham, NY, 10803 Assistant General Manager Drive Excellence in Hospitality We are seeking an Assistant General Manager...

Hospitality Manager

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 401(k) Retirement...

Group Manager, Property Manager

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

Assistant Property Manager

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Overview When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence,...

Assistant General Manager

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

THE ROLE As AGM, youll work closely with the General Manager/Ownership to lead daily operations, uphold service standards, and maintain a team thats both professional and full of personality....

General Manager

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a General Manager to join the team! As the General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of daily operations at the restaurant....

General Manager

  • Franklin, NJ (21 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, NJ (21 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 1 day 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....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Mahwah, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Mahwah, NJ 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 Mahwah, NJ
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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