General Manager Jobs in Durham, 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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General Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

Restaurant General Manager - Lead, Grow, and Succeed with Us! At Taco Bell, we believe that great leaders create great teams....

REVELxp - Associate Hospitality Manager, University of North Carolina

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description REVELxp is the national market leading company in game day experiences and hospitality. Our team, with beginnings in ISP Sports and 35+ years of leadership in the...

Assistant Resort Manager

  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

develop and train staff, build relationships and utilize skills of staff most appropriately Comfortable being around dogs of all sizes and physically able to lift up to 60 lbs Comfortable working in front...

Assistant General Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, 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 Property Manager

  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, 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 General Manager-203210

  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 6 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 (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, 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

  • Hurdle Mills, NC (20 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hurdle Mills, NC (20 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Oversee and coordinate all real estate transactions Manage financial performance of properties by driving occupancy, collections, delinquency and expenses Attract and educate new tenants...

Property Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, 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 (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 9 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

  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 9 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 (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 10 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 (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 12 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

  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, 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....

Demographic Data for Durham, NC

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Durham, 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 Durham, 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 Durham, 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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