General Manager Jobs in Akron, OH

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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Restaurant General Manager

  • Medina, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Medina, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 14 hours ago

Utilize all company training tools to provide crew employees with on-the-job training in all aspects of restaurant operation....

Assistant General Manager

  • North Canton, OH (15 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 23 hours ago
  • North Canton, OH (15 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 23 hours ago

ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants. Weve been in the burger business for over 55 years so we know a little bit...

Restaurant General Manager

  • North Canton, OH (15 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Canton, OH (15 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant General Manager Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include: Ability to work a 50+ hour work week....

Assistant General Manager

  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants. We've been in the burger business for over 55 years so we know a little bit...

Assistant General Manager

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago

front-of-house and back-of-house areas under the guidance of the General Manager....

Assistant General Manager

  • Canal Fulton, OH (11 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Canal Fulton, OH (11 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

We have Amazing Career Opportunities for Assistant General Managers: WHO YOU ARE - Have a minimum of 4 years of progressive and successful experience in a management role within the restaurant industry...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Brunswick, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brunswick, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

We have Career Opportunities for Restaurant General Managers (RGM)....

Assistant General Manager

  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 7 days ago

The Assistant General Manager directly manages the Front of House and Back of House Managers and is accountable for all aspects of managing a single retail store (as well as all other projects/duties...

Restaurant General Manager - OMJ CC

  • Barberton, OH (5 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Barberton, OH (5 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 12 days ago

Ohio Means Jobs Cleveland - Cuyahoga County is sourcing general managers for a national Quick Service Restaurant company....

General Manager

  • Orrville, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Orrville, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 13 days ago

General Manager Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for an immediate opportunity as a Restaurant General Manager? Do you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment?...

General Manager

  • Deerfield, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Deerfield, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 13 days ago

As the General Manager, you'll enjoy the following work-related perks:, uniforms provided, paid vacation days, meal discounts, and advancement opportunities.....

Assistant General Manager

  • Twinsburg, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Twinsburg, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 13 days ago

Comfortable working in front of house and back of house roles within the resort....

Assistant Manager - Hospitality - #311

  • Akron, OH
  • 14 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 14 days 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...

KFC Assistant General Manager

  • Macedonia, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Macedonia, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 16 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....

KFC Restaurant General Manager

  • Macedonia, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Macedonia, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 16 days ago

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

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Akron, OH

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

General Managers in Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH
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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