Assistant General Manager Jobs in California

Assistant General Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across hospitality, retail, food and beverage, and property management at every level from newly promoted supervisor to seasoned operations leader. The deepest hiring is concentrated in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where major employers like Marriott International, Target, and Hilton maintain large California footprints. The most in-demand specialties are hotel operations, multi-unit retail management, and restaurant group leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles200+
Top employerTaco Bell
Top citySacramento, CA
Cities hiring106
Work type100% On-site
Top industryFood

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FirstService Residential
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Assistant General Manager
FirstService Residential
Los Angeles, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service & Support
Human Resources
Office Management
$33 - $35/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Transdev
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Assistant General Manager
Transdev
West Covina, California
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
$109k - $136k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Transdev
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Assistant General Manager
Transdev
Arcadia, California
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
$109k - $136k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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FirstService Residential
Assistant General Manager
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Assistant General Manager
FirstService Residential
San Francisco, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service & Support
Office Management
$33 - $35/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Crunch Fitness
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Assistant General Manager
Crunch Fitness
La Mirada, California
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Project & Program Management
Customer Service
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Assistant General Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Sacramento
12 jobs
Los Angeles
10 jobs
San Diego
8 jobs
Riverside
7 jobs
El Cajon
5 jobs
Fontana
5 jobs
Chula Vista
4 jobs
Corona
4 jobs
Lancaster
4 jobs

Assistant General Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Taco Bell
    Taco Bell122
  • Dollar General
    Dollar General14
  • McDonald's
    McDonald's14
  • Wendy's
    Wendy's10
  • CKE Restaurants Holdings
    CKE Restaurants Holdings6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage151
  • Retail23
  • Hospitality & Tourism17
  • Sports & Recreation4
  • Construction & Real Estate3

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant general manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, hospitality management, or a closely related field
  • Three or more years of supervisory or operations management experience in the relevant industry
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, control costs, and hit revenue targets
  • Experience leading teams of ten or more across multiple departments simultaneously
  • Proficiency with point-of-sale, property management, or workforce scheduling software
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for vendor, staff, and executive interaction

Assistant General Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a assistant general manager in California?

Most assistant general managers in California move up from department supervisor or manager roles after building operational experience in their industry. There is no state-issued license required for the role itself, though California food and beverage employers typically expect a ServSafe Food Manager certification, and property management roles may require a California Department of Real Estate license depending on duties. A bachelor's degree in business or hospitality strengthens candidacy at larger California employers.

How much do assistant general managers make in California?

Assistant general managers in California earn a median of about $124,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,370 for the lowest 10% to over $293,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire assistant general managers in California?

Employers hiring assistant general managers in California right now include Taco Bell, Dollar General, and McDonald's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's scale in hospitality, retail, and dining means large multi-unit operators and hotel groups account for a significant share of openings across the state.

Which California cities have the most assistant general manager jobs?

Sacramento, Los Angeles, and San Diego have the most assistant general manager openings in California. Los Angeles and the Bay Area generate the bulk of postings because of their concentration of hotel groups, restaurant chains, and large-format retail, while San Diego's strong tourism economy keeps hospitality hiring consistent year-round.

Are there remote assistant general manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of assistant general manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on, floor-level nature of most roles. The exceptions tend to be corporate or regional operations roles where the assistant general manager oversees multiple locations through reports rather than managing a single site directly.

How can I get hired as a assistant general manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a shift supervisor or department manager role at a California multi-unit operator, then building toward assistant general manager from within. Large California hotel brands run property-based leadership development programs that fast-track high-performing hourly leads, and restaurant groups like Darden and Bloomin' Brands promote from internal pipelines. A ServSafe certification and a demonstrated record of floor leadership in a prior role give candidates a measurable edge when applying.

Where can I find and apply to assistant general manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to assistant general manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metros. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one.

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