General Manager Jobs in Tennessee

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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Tax Credit Assistant Property Manager

  • Knoxville, TN
  • moments ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • moments ago

InterSolutions is a dynamic, innovative, and growing Multifamily staffing agency that prides itself on providing the property management industry with top-notch talent. We are currently seeking an...

General Manager Upscale to Fine 90-100k base

  • Nashville, TN
  • moments ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • moments ago

service are being met and exceeded in both the Front of House and Back of House....

Assistant General Manager Upscale to Fine 65-75k base

  • Nashville, TN
  • moments ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • moments ago

standards of service are being met and exceeded in both the Front of House and Back of House....

General Manager In Training(06318)

  • Spring Hill, TN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Spring Hill, TN
  • 5 hours ago

Domino's Team Murph is now looking for people interested joining our management teams as General Managers in Training!...

Property Manager

  • Germantown, TN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Germantown, TN
  • 9 hours ago

Fogelman is a nationally recognized leader in the multi-family industry. We are proud to have received several outstanding awards - #1 Best Place to Work in Multifamily, Top 50 Multifamily...

Property Manager - The Edison at Riverwood

  • Hermitage, TN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hermitage, TN
  • 9 hours ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following but are not limited to the job specifications contained herein. Additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely may be...

Restaurant General Manager

  • Camden, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Camden, TN
  • 23 hours ago

Welcome to your next chapter! Looking for a fun and rewarding career with exciting opportunity for career growth and advancement?! Then look no further, you've found it! Looking to work today, get...

Restaurant General Manager - Immediate Opening

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 hours ago

General Managers are responsible for providing guidance and leadership to their team to create a positive culture and maintain high team morale....

Restaurant General Manager - Now Hiring

  • Elizabethton, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Elizabethton, TN
  • 23 hours ago

General Managers are responsible for providing guidance and leadership to their team to create a positive culture and maintain high team morale....

Restaurant General Manager

  • Jacksboro, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Jacksboro, TN
  • 23 hours ago

General Managers are responsible for providing guidance and leadership to their team to create a positive culture and maintain high team morale....

KFC General Manager

  • Greeneville, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Greeneville, TN
  • 23 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....

Assistant General Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The AGM oversees all front-of-house operations and provides support to the General Manager and serves as secondary leader for the property....

General Manager

  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago

The General Manager also holds their Salaried and Hourly Staff accountable along with developing them to the next levels....

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - Hospitality High-Rise

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 day ago

Company Overview This company is a National, well-established General Contractor with an established, strong reputation in the Nashville area as well as the other US markets they preside....

Assistant Property Manager

  • Madison, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, TN
  • 1 day ago

Job Title Assistant Property Manager Job Description Summary The Assistant Property Manager is responsible for assisting in all areas defined as a part of the Sr. Assistant Property Manager job...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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