Assistant Manager

The Fashion Class Ladue; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Fashion Class Ladue in Missouri invites an experienced Assistant Studio Manager to oversee daily studio operations with initiative and professionalism. You will work closely with the Owner & Director to ensure outstanding service for families and robust support for instructors and staff.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong organization, problem-solving, and a personable approach, with 20–25 hours weekly including weekday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays, at our Ladue studio.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or assistant management experience.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to make sound decisions and solve problems independently.
• Comfortable managing scheduling, communications, and business software.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage daily studio operations when owner is off-site.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, students, and instructors.
• Manage inquiries, registrations, scheduling, and customer communications.
• Help convert prospective families into enrolled members.
• Coordinate instructor schedules and ensure class coverage.
• Oversee studio opening and closing procedures.
• Manage birthday parties, workshops, and special events.
• Maintain studio organization, inventory, supplies, and presentation.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and independently within established guidelines.
• Support marketing initiatives, community engagement, and enrollment growth.
• Ensure studio safety procedures and operational standards are consistently followed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Organizational skills

Decision making

Scheduling & communications

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Schedule: Approximately 20-25 hours per week, including weekday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We' re seeking an experienced, polished, and highly organized Assistant Studio Manager who can confidently oversee daily studio operations independently.

Working closely with the Owner & Director, you'll be responsible for ensuring the studio runs seamlessly, families receive exceptional service, and our instructors have the support they need to deliver outstanding classes.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who takes initiative, solves problems, and genuinely enjoys building relationships with families.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently manage daily studio operations when the owner is off-site.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, students, and instructors.
• Manage inquiries, registrations, scheduling, and customer communications.
• Help convert prospective families into enrolled members.
• Coordinate instructor schedules and ensure appropriate class coverage.
• Oversee studio opening and closing procedures.
• Manage birthday parties, workshops, and special events.
• Maintain studio organization, inventory, supplies, and presentation.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and independently within established guidelines.
• Support marketing initiatives, community engagement, and enrollment growth.
• Ensure studio safety procedures and operational standards are consistently followed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Previous supervisory, assistant management, or comparable independent operations experience.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to make sound decisions and solve problems independently.
• Comfortable managing scheduling, customer communications, and business software.
• Reliable availability during weekday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays.

Preferred

• Experience with customer enrollment, memberships, or sales.
• Experience supervising or coordinating part-time employees.
• Interest in fashion, design, sewing, or creative education.
  

WHY JOIN US?

This is an opportunity to help shape a new business from the beginning, work in a creative and inspiring environment, and become a trusted member of a growing team.

We're looking for someone who takes ownership, brings positive energy, and treats the studio's success as a personal priority.

Join us in inspiring the next generation of designers.