Assistant General Manager

Urban Air Adventure Parks; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading adventure park operator in Lafayette is seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to motivate teams, enhance customer service, and manage operations. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on developing staff and ensuring a positive customer experience. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of management experience in hospitality sectors like theme parks or hotels, and must be flexible to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience required.
• Experience in hospitality is a MUST (Theme Parks, Hotels, etc.).
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with others.
• CPR/First Aid Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a team environment providing exceptional customer service.
• Assist in hiring, retention of staff, and staff training.
• Develop weekly schedules and ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for guests and staff.
• Select and develop staff for leadership program opportunities.
• Oversee inventory control and expense management.
• Manage operations across entertainment, food/beverage, attractions, and inspections.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and secure environment for guests and staff.
• Ensure adherence to Urban Air operating standards and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Communication

Staff development

Staff scheduling

Adaptability

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant General Manager motivates, instills accountability and achieves results to drive success in the position while maintaining our Culture of Activating Awesome! This role provides overall leadership, supervision, and direction on strategic initiatives and operating standards to positively impact business results.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cultivate a team environment that provides exceptional customer service while directing the team and ensuring all staff members perform at a consistently high level
• Assist in hiring, retention of staff, coaching, discipline; ensure execution of staff training programs
• Develop weekly schedules and ensure staffing levels and lead coverage is appropriate to meet the needs of the business and maximize the customer experience
• Lead and influence staff through effective motivation, leveraging individual strengths to ensure customer satisfaction and maximum productivity
• Select, develop staff and trainers for more responsibility or internal promotability into a leadership program
• Ensure execution of all employee recognition and incentive programs as directed
• Assist with inventory and controlling expenses
• Responsible for all aspects of the operation including entertainment, food, beverage, attractions and property inspections
• Maintain a safe, clean and secure environment for all guests and staff
• Continuously improves operational execution through attention to detail and adherence to Urban Air operating standards and philosophies
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in hospitality is a MUST (Theme Parks, Family Entertainment Centers, Hotels, Resorts, Casinos, or Restaurants)
• 3+ years’ supervisory or management experience required
• Ability to pass a thorough background check
• CPR/First Aid Certification is preferred
• Brand Ambassador and Culture Champion!
• Demonstrated ability of developing team members in areas of responsibility
• Must be professional, energetic, self‑motivated, able to motivate others, and have a positive attitude!
• Professional grooming and conduct must be constantly displayed to set an example for staff
• Ability to enthusiastically interact with others
• Adaptability, flexibility, general enthusiasm for the business
• Strong communication skills; ability to write and verbally communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Willing to learn and adapt to changes or challenges
• Ability to establish working relationships with all employees, management, and vendors
• Appreciation of diversity (thought, ethnic, gender, etc.)
• We work when others play! Must be able and willing to work weekends, evenings and holidays

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the team member will regularly be required to:

• Work days, nights, and/or weekends as required
• Work in noisy, fast‑paced environment with distracting conditions
• Move about facility and stand for long periods of time
• Read and write handwritten notes
• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds
• Must have regular and predictable attendance

If this is you, apply now!

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

ABOUT URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARKS

Urban Air is the preeminent indoor adventure park and the market leader in location‑based entertainment. The Dallas‑based entertainment company pioneered the indoor adventure park concept and is the largest adventure park operator in the world. Urban Air's purpose is to help kids have fun and aim higher, achieving those things that they never thought they could do.

Urban Air Lafayette is an equal opportunity employer.