What is a consultant general manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a consultant general manager

1. Explore consultant general manager education requirements

   Most common consultant general manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   65.9 %

   Associate

   13.3 %

   Master's

   11.7 %

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2. Start to develop specific consultant general manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Payroll	11.19%
   Financial Statements	10.63%
   Human Resources	5.94%
   Cost Control	5.41%
   General Management	5.31%

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3. Complete relevant consultant general manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New consultant general managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a consultant general manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real consultant general manager resumes.

4. Gain additional consultant general manager certifications

   Consultant general manager certifications can show employers you have a baseline of knowledge expected for the position. Certifications can also make you a more competitive candidate. Even if employers don't require a specific consultant general manager certification, having one may help you stand out relative to other applicants.

   The most common certifications for consultant general managers include Sales Management and Food Safety Manager Certification.

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5. Research consultant general manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage all phases of start-up operations including facility design, menu planning and staff selection/training.
   • Lead on total POS conversion.
   • Programme POS system- familiarity with computer network save thousands in tech support after conclusion of service contracts.
   • Hire and train new FOH and BOH team members on customer service, standards and proper food handling procedures.

6. Prepare your consultant general manager resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your consultant general manager resume.

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7. Apply for consultant general manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a consultant general manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams