Founding Studio General Manager

JETSET Pilates; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Discounted classes

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

JETSET Pilates is seeking a Founding General Manager to lead a new studio launch and eventual day-to-day operations in Fort Mill, SC. You will partner with ownership to recruit, train, and coach the founding team, drive membership growth, and ensure an exceptional client experience from day one.

You will oversee studio launch readiness, marketing initiatives, and community engagement while maintaining a hands-on presence to inspire teams and clients alike.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of operations or general management experience in boutique fitness, hospitality, or luxury membership models.

Responsibilities

• Lead local grassroots marketing before opening and build community partnerships.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop the founding studio team.
• Develop launch readiness plans, schedules, and staffing for opening day.
• Drive founding member sales and oversee pre-sale campaigns.
• Provide regular updates to ownership and identify process improvements.

Skills

Operations leadership

Sales & revenue

Team development

Entrepreneurial mindset

Analytical skills

Communication

Pre-opening / launch experience

Job description

JETSET Pilates is seeking a Founding General Manager to lead a new studio launch and eventual day-to-day operations in Fort Mill, SC. You will partner with ownership to recruit, train, and coach the founding team, drive membership growth, and ensure an exceptional client experience from day one.

You will oversee studio launch readiness, marketing initiatives, and community engagement while maintaining a hands-on presence to inspire teams and clients alike.