Club Manager

Planet Fitness - United FP Management, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Club Manager to lead gym operations and deliver an exceptional member experience. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a team, ensuring superior customer service, and overseeing all aspects of gym operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for fitness, and a commitment to fostering a positive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Training & development

Paid time off

Monthly Manager Bonus

FREE Black Card membership after 30 days

50% Company paid benefits after 90 days

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a gym/fitness center management role.
• Strong leadership and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee gym operations and ensure exceptional member experiences.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing staff.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem Resolution Skills

Basic Computer Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Training & development
• Paid time off

Job Summary

The Club Manager will be responsible for the oversight of gym operations to ensure an exceptional “Judgement Free” member experience as well as a financially successful club. The Club Manager will be accountable for leading a team of employees in a positive, motivating manner with continuous assistance in employee training and development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train and develop a high performing staff consisting of Assistant Managers, Member Service Representatives, Trainers and Custodians.
• Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for all members, prospective members and guests and ensure staff follows superior customer service guidelines.
• Staff Management
  • Schedule staff and ensure all shifts are covered.
  • Lead by example and maintain consistent accountability for direct reports by training and coaching, ensuring adherence to PF’s values and goals.
  • Administration and processing of all weekly/bi-weekly employee payroll.
  • Resolve employee issues or concerns.
  • Manage disciplinary/termination activities.
  • Involved in all front desk related activities including:
  • Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with a variety of questions.
  • Check members into the system.
  • New member sign-up.
  • Take prospective members on tours.
  • Facilitate all member requests, issues and questions.
  • Ensure prompt opening/closing of gym.
  • Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of facility including taking responsibility for largest section of cleaning daily.
  • Ensure safety of employees, members and club property.
  • Determine and communicate equipment repair in a timely manner.
  • Manage marketing efforts by ensuring that staff is aware and trained on all marketing promotions.
  • Authorize expenditures and refunds. Make daily bank deposits.
  • Prepare all HR related forms and send to Corporate Payroll Team.
  • Track statistics and reports (weekly, monthly, annually).
  • Backup support for any employee who is absent.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Superior customer service skills, preferably in the fitness industry.
• Gym/Fitness Center Club Manager or Planet Fitness Assistant Manager experience in the last 5 years
• Exceptional leadership, diplomacy and listening skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Suite).
• Hard working, enthusiastic and energetic!
• Strong problem resolution skills.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• High school diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Physical Demands

• Continual standing and walking during shift.
• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.
• 45 hour minimum work week
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shift.

More Benefits

• Eligible for Monthly Manager Bonus
• FREE Black Card membership after 30 days of employment
• Eligible for 50% Company paid benefits after 90 days of employment
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Personal Time (after 6 months)

Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.