Restaurant General Managers for hire in Knoxville, TN

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  • Most popular skills

    Leadership14%
    Communication Skills10%
    Analysis Skills9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED59%
    Associate's degree26%
    Bachelor's degree10%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years70%
    6-10 years20%
    Less than a year10%
  • Current company

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    Burger King
    Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years43%
    1-2 years29%
    More than 5 years29%

Browse Indeed's database of 1,751 profiles for Restaurant General Managers in Knoxville, TN

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

Restaurant General Manager: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Knoxville, TN: $60,040 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $44,588 – $80,846 yearly

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  • General Manager

    Knoxville, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipAssistant Manager ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management
  • Executive Kitchen Manager

    Knoxville, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipStrategic PlanningOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCasual Dining Experience
  • General Manager

    Knoxville, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Firearms LicenseDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsManagementKitchen Management
  • General Manager

    Knoxville, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceStrategic PlanningManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills
  • Executive Chef

    Knoxville, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipUpscale Casual Experience
  • Restaurant General Manager

    Knoxville, Tennessee

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DTABC CertificationBartender LicenseEPA CertificationFood Safety CertificationServsafe Alcohol Certification+17 more

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsStrategic PlanningLeadershipAssistant Manager ExperienceTime ManagementProduct Management

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What's the average time to fill a restaurant general manager role?

The average time to fill a restaurant general manager role is 84 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do restaurant general managers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a restaurant general manager include: leadership, communication skills and analysis skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for restaurant general managers?

Common licenses or certifications for restaurant general managers include: Driver's License, Servsafe and Food Handler Certification.

What are some job titles related to restaurant general managers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to restaurant general managers include: general manager, executive kitchen manager and general manager / head of manager training.

What level of education is common for a restaurant general manager?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a restaurant general manager in Knoxville, TN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a restaurant general manager?

Most restaurant general managers have 14 years of professional experience.

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