Assistant General Manager KidStrong Lexington

KidStrong, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

KidStrong, Inc. in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in running the center. In this role, you will foster a culture of learning and development for coaches and families while driving sales performance and member retention.

The ideal candidate will have an athletic background, possess strong communication skills, and be passionate about working with children ages 15 months to 11 years old.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or coaching kids ages 15 months to 11 years old.
• Ability to manage physical demands of the role.
• Comfortable speaking with parents/guardians.

Responsibilities

• Manage center operations and maintain high standards.
• Engage with families and oversee staff development.
• Conduct sales and maximize center profitability.

Skills

Athletic or coaching background

Communication skills

CPR certified

Education

Coach Certification

Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT

Tools

Google platforms

Microsoft platforms

ZenPlanner

Job description

Job Title: KidStrong Assistant General Manager

Center: Lexington

Reports To: General Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Travel: Local travel required

Compensation: Base plus Bonus

KidStrong Assistant General Managers are the second in command when it comes to the center. It’s the responsibility of the Assistant General Manager to work with the General Manager on fostering a culture of learning and development for both their Coaches and the Families that attend the center and delivering key business results such as sales performance and lowering member attrition. The Assistant General Manager is a talented, welcoming, and engaging leader who is focused on delivering an exceptional experience for the kids, families, and team members.

Responsibilities

Center Operations

• Understand the center’s key KPI’s and financials in order to make informed and responsible business decisions.
• Build and maintain relationships with KidStrong families to align with our core values and provide exceptional customer service.
• Oversee center level initiatives i.e. center maintenance, training, brand consistency etc.
• Daily, Weekly, and Monthly cleaning and maintenance of the center
• Typical schedule includes 4 weekday and 1 weekend shifts with specific hours dependent on the needs of the center.
• Communicate any Coach schedule changes using appropriate scheduling and communication platforms.
• Schedule and sell KidStrong events such as Camps and Parties, to maximize center profitability.

Sales

• Maintain flawless lead management by conducting call drives to new and existing leads in the Center’s CRM tool.
• Finalize sales and bookings that are generated through online self‑sign up flow.
• Source and attend local events to increase brand awareness, drive incremental leads and memberships.

Leadership

• Foster a coaching culture - see something, say something.
• Continuously assess and document Coaches based on theKidStrong Coach DNA profile and class quality.
• Partner with the General Manager on onboarding, managing, training and evaluating coaching candidates.
• Manage and support ongoing professional development of staff through LearnUpon.
• Communicate professionally with co-workers in Slack and Email, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers.

Coaching

• Coach students by delivering an evolving curriculum that focuses on Brain, Physical, and Character development for ages ranging from 15 months - 11 years-old approximately as required by business demands.
• Understand the “why” behind the KidStrong curriculum and be able to clearly and concisely communicate it.
• Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various programming and curriculum elements.
• Use the KS Coaches App to record data and provide data (attendance, awards, etc.).
• Must be able to work in a physically intensive environment - coaches may cover multiple miles in a shift moving through class, lift and repeatedly move equipment up to 25 pounds in weight.
• Must be comfortable physically working with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.

Skills / Qualifications

• Athletic or coaching background with experience working with or coaching kids ages 15 months - 11 years old - a passion for working with children is non‑negotiable!
• Comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding variety of topics
• Achieve Coach Certification through the HQ Training and Certification team.
• Complete training through LearnUpon as required by the HQ Training and Certification team.
• Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT is a plus, but not required
• Previous experience in management is preferred but not required
• Practical work experience with Google and Microsoft platforms.
• Previous experience with systems and platforms such as ZenPlanner, LearnUpon, CareerPlug, and ADP is preferred but not required
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics
• CPR certified

Sphere of Interaction

This position will not have any direct reports. When the General Manager is off, the Assistant General Manager will be the Manager on Duty. The Assistant General Manager will be a leader and mentor so communication and interpersonal skills are important. The Assistant General Manager will work closely with center team members and families. This position will also interact with DFW leadership and KidStrong, Inc. HQ team members.

DNA / Competencies

High Standards

• Establishes and holds high standards

Natural Leader

• Creates culture
• Takes initiative

Leads by Example

• Sets tone through actions

Passionate

• Stays focused on the KidStrong Goals.
• Goal oriented and high performing.

Command Presence

• Upholds KidStrong Values; creates vision for others.

Teacher

• Communicate and ensure transfer of knowledge.

Professional

• Approaches others in a tactful manner
• Reacts well under pressure
• Treats others with respect and consideration
• Accepts responsibility for own actions
• Follows through on commitments.

Performer

• Engaging, Fun, Likable
• High Energy, Clear & Easy to Understand

Mentor

• Develops and nurtures relationships
• Focuses on developing self and others

Planning / Organizing

• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Develops realistic action plans.
• Sets goals and objectives
• Uses time efficiently
• Plans for additional resources
• Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks

Oral Communication

• Speaks clearly and persuadingly in positive or negative situations
• Responds well to questions; Listens and gets clarification
• Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication

• Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar
• Varies writing style to meet needs
• Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork

• Balances team and individual responsibilities
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives

Coachable / Low Ego Mindset

• Gives and welcomes feedback.
• Encourages exploring of different perspectives to reach common goals and objectives
• Has a growth mindset; Sees every opportunity as one to learn from.

Adaptability

• Comfortable calling an audible; continuing or adjusting the play after the audible is called.
• Embraces innovation and a quickly-changing landscape. Best Idea Wins!