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General Manager in the US

Average Base Salary Compensation
$87,696
3% of roles are tipped, 96% of roles are paid salary
Median $85K
Min: $41.6K
Max: $150K
General Manager Compensation Ranges
Based on
5,792
General Manager Jobs in the US
Across
12,683
Hospitality businesses in the US
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General Manager Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Full Time 97%
Full/Part Time 3%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $85K
Low: $44.2K
High: $145K
Casual $85K
Low: $42.6K
High: $140K
Fast Food $77.5K
Low: $41.6K
High: $140K
Hotel $82.5K
Low: $45K
High: $133K
Other $92.5K
Low: $45K
High: $150K
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $72.5K
Low: $41.6K
High: $140K
2-4 years $82.5K
Low: $42.1K
High: $150K
4+ years $100K
Low: $45.5K
High: $143K
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General Manager Compensation Trends
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Food and Beverage Manager
$72,437
Median $72.5K
Low: $20.8K
High: $140K
Executive Chef
$98,549
Median $95K
Low: $50.4K
High: $160K
Assistant General Manager
$77,103
Median $77.5K
Low: $43K
High: $110K
Retail Manager
$64,402
Median $70K
Low: $22.9K
High: $115K
Floor Manager
$71,479
Median $72.5K
Low: $38K
High: $105K
Sommelier
$18.79
Median $17.25
Low: $11.35
High: $38.46
Director of Operations
$110,669
Median $105K
Low: $37.4K
High: $240K
Pastry Chef
$28.05
Median $24.50
Low: $14.00
High: $62.50
Executive Pastry Chef
$72,240
Median $75K
Low: $29.1K
High: $150K
Captain
$17.75
Median $16.50
Low: $1.00
High: $42.00
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
82%
Dental Insurance
70%
Vision Insurance
66%
Paid Time Off
86%
401(k)
53%
Commuter Benefits
41%
Potential Bonuses
59%
Dining Discounts
72%
Wellness Program
22%
Life Insurance
5%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
1%
Travel Expenses
1%
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Career Resources for General Manager

Top Required Skills for a General Manager
Leadership
71.46% have this skill
Adaptability
59.79% have this skill
Communication
59.77% have this skill
Problem Solving
58.77% have this skill
Attention to Detail
56.46% have this skill
Time Management
54.49% have this skill
General Manager Jobs in the US

General Manager, Restaurants & Bars

9 Orchard
New York, NY
Full Time
This is a restaurant job Swan Room and Corner Bar are the restaurants and bars of Nine Orchard, on Manhattan's Lower East Side. Corner...
View Job$150,000 - $180,000

GM

Fini Pizza - Amagansett
East Hampton, NY
Full Time
Position: General ManagerDirect Supervisor:Hours: 60 hrs per weekCore ResponsibilitiesCulture● Lead, support, and inspire Team Fini with the core LFG values always in mind...
View Job$70,000 - $75,000

General Manager

Heirloom Hospitality
Birmingham, MI
Full Time
Heirloom Hospitality is a team of coaches, developers, and leaders who are willing to learn and teach. As General Manager, you must be ready...
View JobBased on Experience

General Manager

De La Nonna
Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
We are hiring for our OG location in The Arts District Downtown!Looking for experienced and capable General Manager. Someone who understands the different tasks...
View Job$85,000 - $95,000

Restaurant Manager

Bardea Restaurant Group
Wilmington, DE
Full Time
Job Title: Restaurant ManagerLocation: Wilmington, DECompany: Bardea Restaurant Group (BRG) About Us: Bardea Restaurant Group (BRG) is a James Beard-nominated hospitality group committed to...
View JobBased on Experience

General Manager

Pupatella - Mosaic (Fairfax)
Fairfax, VA
Full Time
Job Details Job Overview - General Manager At Pupatella, we’re more than just a restaurant, we’re a team driven by passion, authenticity, and heart....
View Job$75,000 - $85,000

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