Leisure Club Manager

Kew Green Hotels; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing hotel operator in Reading is seeking a Leisure Club Manager to oversee operations, coach the team, and promote a positive work culture. Candidates should have supervisory experience in the leisure industry and relevant qualifications. The position offers great benefits, including discounts across various retailers and free access to leisure facilities.

Benefits

Annual Conference Event and Awards

Robust career development opportunities

Attractive discounts at retailers and hotels

50% off food and beverages

24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Free access to Leisure Clubs

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or managerial role in the leisure/fitness/spa wellness industry is essential.
• Qualifications in pool water safety and first aid are preferred.
• Proven ability to manage health & safety effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations of the leisure club.
• Manage and coach the team to ensure a positive work culture.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Drive new member sales and optimize facilities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Coaching and support

Health and Safety compliance

Fitness programme management

Sales and member engagement

Education

CIMSPA fitness professional qualification of Level 2 or above

First Aid at Work Qualification

Pool Water Safety Qualification

Health & Fitness / Leisure Industry Qualification of Level 3 or above

Tools

Pool Plant Operators Qualification at Level 3

Job description

Overview

The role

Our Leisure Club Managers oversee and manage operations of the club whilst coach, support and engage the team and support the creation of a positive work culture that is focused on excellence. The role reports directly to the Hotel Manager and is part of a team based from our attractive hotel, Holiday Inn Leeds Garforth, LS25 1LH.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all Health and Safety requirements are being met
• Deliver & manage the company approved fitness programmes with a view of promoting member behaviour change and maximising Personal Training.
• Review financial performance on a daily, weekly, monthly basis and take necessary action as required.
• Finding innovative ways to drive New Member Sales and Membership Headcount.
• Pro-active approach to pool plant maintenance and operational best practice to maximise hygiene in both pool and spas in accordance with company SOPs.

Other businesses may call this role Leisure Centre Manager, Sports Centre Manager, Leisure Club Operations Manager, General Manager (Leisure Operations).

Full details of the role will be discussed with the shortlisted candidates. If you’d like to find out more about the role before applying, why not reach out to our resourcing team at [e-mail].

Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

• Annual Conference Event and Awards
• Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth
• Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Complementary Employee, Family and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and at partner hotels worldwide!
• 50% off food and beverage while you stay in our hotels
• 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice
• FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)

What you’ll bring to the team

This role is perfect for someone who is looking to demonstrate their skills and develop their career - ideally someone who already has supervisory or managerial experience in the leisure/fitness/spa wellness industry.

The ideal candidate would have one or more of the following qualifications:

• Pool Water Safety Qualification of Pool Responder
• First Aid at Work Qualification
• CIMSPA fitness professional qualification of Level 2 or above
• Pool Plant Operators Qualification at Level 3
• Health & Fitness / Leisure Industry Qualification of Level 3 or above

At Kew Green Hotels, we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We aim to create an inclusive workplace for everyone. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please make sure to complete the relevant application questions, or contact [e-mail] if you have any questions. We are committed to supporting any adjustments you may need.

Next steps

A member of the hotel team will be in touch to book a 15-minute chat so we can get to know you better. We will explain the role in detail, and you can highlight your skills to us. If successful at this stage, you will meet Business Excellence Manager.

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company, with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel chains, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Hilton, what unites us all is our values. Please view our website for more details.

Join our Kew-Team today!