Assistant Manager - Manchester, Greater Manchester

The Padel Hub; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Padel Hub in Manchester seeks an Assistant Hub Manager to welcome players, drive membership, and support coaching programmes while assisting with overall club needs. You will play a key role in building a thriving padel community from the ground up and lead the front‑of‑house team to deliver outstanding member experiences.

You will manage rosters, stock control, member queries, and events, while promoting hub participation and ensuring safe, smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the hub team to create a positive, high-performing environment.
• Create staff rotas and manage attendance to ensure smooth operations.
• Handle stock control and club purchasing to support hub needs.
• Manage membership queries and ensure members feel valued and engaged.
• Plan and coordinate events, tournaments, socials and open days.
• Coordinate corporate events with Head of Corporate Sales & Events Team.
• Deliver an exceptional experience for members, players and guests.
• Drive front-of-house bookings and maintain smooth operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Staff scheduling

Event planning

Job description

The Assistant Hub Manager will be ready to be on the front-line welcoming players, driving membership, coaching programmes and assisting with overall club needs, and making sure every visit leaving people wanting more. You'll play a key role in building a thriving padel community from the ground up.,

• Supporting the Hub Manager with the day-to-day running of the hub, including:
• Creating and managing staff rotas
• Handling stock control & club purchasing
• Handling membership queries and ensuring members feel valued
• Assisting with event planning for tournaments, socials, and open days
• Coordinating corporate events in collaboration with Head of Corporate Sales & Events Team
• Delivering an exceptional experience for members, players, and guests
• Managing bookings and keeping front-of-house operations running smoothly
• Leading and motivating the front-of-house team
• Actively promoting the hub to grow participation and membership

Team Management

• Lead, motivate and support the hub team, creating a positive and high-performing working environment.
• Manage employee performance through regular feedback, coaching and performance reviews.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training and development of new team members.
• Prepare staff rotas and manage holiday requests and attendance.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability and exceptional customer service.

Member Experience

• Deliver an outstanding customer experience for members, guests and visitors.
• Build strong relationships with members and proactively respond to feedback and enquiries.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive community within the hub.

Commercial Performance

• Drive revenue across memberships, court bookings, coaching programmes, events, retail and food and beverage offerings where applicable.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales and improve member retention.
• Monitor financial performance, budgets and expenditure in line with company objectives.
• Support local marketing initiatives and community engagement activities to grow hub participation.

KPI Performance

• Work towards achieving agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) relating to operational performance, customer satisfaction, financial results and business growth.
• Monitor and review performance against KPIs on a regular basis.
• Following successful completion of probation, participate in the company's performance-related bonus scheme, subject to achieving agreed KPI targets.

Compliance and Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, company policies and safeguarding requirements.
• Conduct routine health and safety checks and ensure appropriate records are maintained.
• Support accident reporting and investigation processes where required.
• Promote safe working practices for employees and visitors.

Communication and Collaboration

• Work closely with the Deputy Head of Operations, Group Director and wider support teams to ensure consistent standards across the business.
• Attend management meetings and contribute ideas to improve operational efficiency and member experience.
• Prepare reports and provide operational updates as required.

General

• Undertake any other duties reasonably required that are consistent with the level and responsibilities of the role.

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time to meet the changing needs of The Padel Hub Group. The post holder will be expected to undertake any other duties reasonably commensurate with the level of the role.