General Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

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 - Sumter Hwy 5026

  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 hours ago

General Manager - Sumter Hwy 5026 Ruby Tuesday - 3.5 Columbia, SC Job Details 10 hours ago Qualifications Sales ServSafe Restaurant management Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver's License Bachelor's...

General Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

As a General Manager, you could be the one helping your restaurant management team and team members to success. You!...

Assistant property Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis and were looking for motivated candidates to join our team and help further our mission. With offices in Minneapolis, Atlanta, Dallas and...

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) Elgin, SC 2027

  • Elgin, SC (18 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elgin, SC (18 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 5 days ago

General Managers develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer-centric culture....

Regional Property Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago

Job Title Regional Property Manager Job Description Summary The Regional Property Manager is responsible for the business plan execution for an assigned portfolio of properties. They will have a...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Elgin, SC (18 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elgin, SC (18 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Description As a Restaurant General Manager, you lead a multi-million dollar business with total operational and financial responsibility for your Taco Bell unit....

General Manager

  • Leesville, SC (24 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Leesville, SC (24 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Restaurant General Managers (RGMs) potentially earn bonuses based on the simple philosophy of "Operational Excellence + Sales Mindset + Margin Control = Profit Maximization (which results in higher...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 days ago

Overview If you love making people feel at home, youall love working at Willow Bridge Property Company. Whether youare just starting your career or joining later in your journey, weare eager to...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 15 days ago

About Easlan Management Company Easlan Management Company, based in Greenville, South Carolina, has been committed to delivering exceptional service in the multi-family housing industry since...

Assistant General Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago

Position Title: Assistant General Manager Reports to: General Manager Responsibilities Coach, supervise, direct all department managers so operational needs (financial, staffing, product, merchandising...

Property Manager - Reserve at River Walk , Columbia SC

  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago

About Easlan Management Company Easlan Management Company, based in Greenville, South Carolina, has been committed to delivering exceptional service in the multi-family housing industry since...

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Irmo, SC - 898

  • Irmo, SC (15 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Irmo, SC (15 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 18 days ago

General Managers develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer-centric culture....

General Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 18 days ago

TWIN PEAKS JOB DESCRIPTION: General Manager GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: This job requires the General Manager to direct the work of all team members to include Managers to create and maintain a profitable...

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Chapin, SC - 850

  • Chapin, SC (20 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chapin, SC (20 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 19 days ago

General Managers develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer-centric culture....

Demographic Data for Columbia, SC

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC
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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