Are you a passionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? Join our growing Sports & Recreation company and play a key role in driving operational excellence, business growth, and exceptional guest experiences.
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, lead high-performing teams, drive sales and business development initiatives, and ensure outstanding service across all business functions.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Manage the overall day-to-day operations of the facility, ensuring smooth and efficient business operations.
- Oversee Front Desk, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Facility Operations, and other support functions.
- Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and service standards to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Sales & Business Development
- Drive membership sales, venue bookings, sports programs, corporate partnerships, and events.
- Identify new business opportunities and establish strategic partnerships to increase revenue.
- Collaborate with the Sales & Marketing team to execute promotional campaigns and achieve sales targets.
Events Management
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee sports tournaments, corporate events, private functions, and community activities.
- Ensure seamless event execution by coordinating with internal teams, suppliers, and clients.
- Monitor event performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Customer Experience
- Ensure exceptional customer service is consistently delivered.
- Handle guest feedback, complaints, and service recovery effectively.
- Monitor customer satisfaction and recommend improvements to enhance the overall member experience.
Facility & Safety Management
- Ensure all sports courts, recreational facilities, equipment, and common areas are properly maintained.
- Coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs with suppliers and contractors.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
People Management
- Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline employees to achieve operational excellence.
- Monitor employee performance, conduct regular coaching sessions, and support performance management initiatives.
- Foster a positive, customer-centric, and high-performing workplace culture.
Workforce Planning
- Prepare staff schedules based on operational requirements and forecasted business demand.
- Ensure adequate staffing while managing labor costs and productivity.
- Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, training, and manpower planning with the HR team.
Reporting & Administration
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports and performance dashboards.
- Monitor operational KPIs, sales performance, customer satisfaction, labor productivity, and expenses.
- Recommend process improvements and cost-saving initiatives to support business objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Sports Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of supervisory or management experience in Sports & Recreation, Hospitality, Leisure, Fitness, Events, or related industries.
- Proven experience in operations management, business development, and team leadership.
- Strong leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Results-driven with strong customer service orientation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and reporting tools.
- Willing to work on weekends, holidays, and shifting schedules when required.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a dynamic and fast-growing Sports & Recreation company.
- Lead exciting sports, fitness, and community events.
- Opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact.
- Collaborative and energetic work environment.