General Manager Jobs in Gatlinburg, TN

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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KFC General Manager

  • Waynesville, NC (24 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Waynesville, NC (24 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 12 hours ago

Restaurant General Manager Job Description Join the Fulenwider KFC/Taco Bell family and find a great career, because this is a place where great people work together in a growing company....

General Manager

  • Waynesville, NC (24 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waynesville, NC (24 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Able to work the days and hours as designated (scheduled) by the General Manager or District Manager. SKILLS & ABILITIES Basic knowledge of computers....

Engineering Manager of Resort Operations

  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 3 days ago

Company Description On Property Parking Available at our NEW Eagles Landing Team Member Parking lot! Adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most-visited national park in the country,...

Assistant General Manager

  • Sevierville, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Our Assistant General manager position is the right hand to the GM. They learn all the responsibilities of a GM and grow personally to be a great leader....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Pigeon Forge, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 5 days ago

* Lead and manage all aspects of restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house activities. * Supervise and train staff to ensure high levels of service and adherence to company...

General Manager

  • Dandridge, TN (22 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dandridge, TN (22 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 6 days ago

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

Assistant General Manager

  • Pigeon Forge, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 9 days ago

As part of Drury Hotels Operations Leadership team, you will: Provide expert leadership across all departments of the hotel taking the lead on providing exceptional guest service Train, develop, and...

General Manager

  • Pigeon Forge, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 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...

Bojangles General Manager (Gerente General) - Sevierville, TN - 2020

  • Sevierville, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 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....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Seymour, TN (19 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Seymour, TN (19 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 22 days ago

Overview Location: Smoky Crossing 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...

Assistant General Manager

  • Seymour, TN (19 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seymour, TN (19 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 30+ 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...

Bojangles Assistant General Manager (Asistente de Gerente General) - Sevierville, TN - 2020

  • Sevierville, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sevierville, TN (11 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant General Managers work with the General Manager to develop and lead a team that drives traffic, sales, and profitability in our restaurants, by maintaining a customer centric culture....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Seymour, TN (19 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seymour, TN (19 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 60+ 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...

General Manager

  • Kodak, TN (22 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kodak, TN (22 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

The General Manager will manage the overall restaurant to ensure we are 1st Choice for our Guests and Employees....

Subway General Manager

  • Waynesville, NC (24 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waynesville, NC (24 miles from Gatlinburg, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Pilot Flying J is seeking highly-skilled, experienced Restaurant General Managers to run our high-volume, quick service restaurants....

Demographic Data for Gatlinburg, TN

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Gatlinburg, TN

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 Gatlinburg, TN 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 Gatlinburg, TN
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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