General Manager Jobs in Cary, NC

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

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Assistant General Manager Do you enjoy leading and helping others to succeed? Can you effectively teach someone to follow a process?...

Assistant Manager - Hospitality - #664

  • Knightdale, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Knightdale, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Additional $1.50/hr. for working 10pm-6am OVERVIEW Are you the type of person who gets your kickz from making someone’s day? How about making sure our loyal Freakz have a best-in-class experience...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Why Highmark Residential? Because every position is considered critical to Highmarks success and reputation, we take care to employ those who aspire to become the best in their field....

Property Manager

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Why Highmark Residential? Because every position is considered critical to Highmarks success and reputation, we take care to employ those who aspire to become the best in their field....

Assistant Property Manager, Multifamily

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title Assistant Property Manager, MultifamilyGrand Arbor Reserve Apartment Homes ( Job Description Summary The Assistant Property Manager is responsible for maintaining our communities to a...

Assistant General Manager-203210

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Ability to operate the property management system technology, including the ability to work through all shift reports and performing the audit functions when necessary....

Senior Property Manager (Multi-Family, Multi-Site - North Hills)

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Senior Property Manager Who We Are: At Kane Realty Corporation, we pride ourselves in taking an innovative approach to creating a sense of home and community for our residents, thus enhancing...

Property Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Property Manager How do you define success? Our associates epitomize the word! The fast-paced company culture mixes challenge and excitement to create an environment of professionalism and...

Torchy's General Manager

  • Morrisville, NC (7 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (7 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Requirements of a Managing Partner: Minimum 5 years of experience as a General Manager or above Full Casual Dining experience, a plus Hands-on experience in all facets of FOH and BOH Previous exposure...

General Manager - Restaurant

  • Garner, NC (13 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Garner, NC (13 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Requirements of a Managing Partner: Minimum 5 years of experience as a General Manager or above Full Casual Dining experience, a plus Hands-on experience in all facets of FOH and BOH Previous exposure...

Property Manager (Multi-Family, Lease-Up, North Hills)

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Property Manager Who We Are: At Kane Realty Corporation, we pride ourselves in taking an innovative approach to creating a sense of home and community for our residents, thus enhancing value for...

Property Manager - Lease Up

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Property Manager Salary: $88k-$92k At Pegasus, we understand how valuable you are and we want to offer you a career, not a job. If our employees are happy, our owners are happy! We are growing and...

General Manager

  • Fuquay Varina, NC (15 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fuquay Varina, NC (15 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 12 days ago

General Manager The Restaurant General Manager will be able to execute all restaurant administrative duties....

General Manager

  • Morrisville, NC (7 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (7 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Qualifications and Skills: Proven experience as a Restaurant General Manager or in a similar leadership role. Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, service standards, and best practices....

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 15 days 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....

Demographic Data for Cary, NC

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Cary, NC

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 Cary, NC 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 Cary, NC
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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