General Manager

Gilbride Management Group (GMG); Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Free uniforms

Job summary

Gilbride Management Group (GMG) is seeking a management professional for Goldfish Swim School. The role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, ensuring exceptional swim instruction, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred), and experience working with children. Certifications like CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard are required. Work environment is fast-paced with a focus on creating magical moments for children in a warm and playful setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children and teach at least one lesson per week in the pool.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Experience as youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor, or aquatics instructor/supervisor is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily operations to meet Goldfish Swim School standards.
• Manages staff to ensure productivity and employee satisfaction.
• Trains staff for superior swim instruction and customer service.
• Oversees financial management including budgeting and cash reconciliation.
• Implements safety procedures and maintains certifications.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or communications

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Free uniforms
• Management responsibility
• Leadership role
• Set shifts with no late nights
• Great pay
• Valuable work experience
• Future references/referrals
• Paid training and lifeguard certification

At Goldfish Swim School , work feels like play as you build relationships with your team and meet children and families from all different backgrounds. Every time you step foot in your school, you can create magic moments and enrich lives. We are passionate about bringing people together and making a splash in the lives of the children in your community. So, join us and be a part of a fun, fast-paced, high-impact group of talented people who are making waves and teaching life lessons in and out of the pool through mentorship, leadership and passion.

Requirements

• Ability to work with children
• Teach 1 lesson per week in the pool
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills

Summary

Oversees the quality and success of Goldfish Swim School daily operations including staffing, pool operations, customer service, retail and vending department, private party operations, workplace employee activities amongst other duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Directs and controls the daily operations to ensure the school is running per GSS standard operating procedures.
2. Manages the staff of the GSS location(s) to ensure high productivity, excellent performance and positive employee satisfaction.
3. Trains and oversees all staff to provide superior swim instruction to the students of GSS and the highest level of customer service. Interacts with the staff on all issues related to class scheduling, student progress, customer service and employee performance and training.
4. Provides sales and marketing training to all qualified sales staff.
5. Provides direction in the retail and vending departments to ensure a proper mix of products and pricing is achieved.
6. Trains and oversees private party staff to ensure that the GSS standard operating procedures are being maintained.
7. Gains knowledge and experience in all technology to achieve a high level of competence in customer maintenance, bookings, class scheduling, reporting and administrative functions.
8. Gains a high level of knowledge and experience in the GSS pool operations necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary swim environment.
9. Manages financial responsibilities including weekly cash deposits, cash reconciliation, tilling off process, financial documentation, and budgeting.
10. Initiates and oversees workplace culture and employee interaction. Maintain a high level of employee satisfaction.
11. Directs and oversees the implementation of the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and all safety procedures that pertain to the GSS facility. Trains all current staff on the GSS EAP.
12. Gains knowledge and experience in the GSS pool operations necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary swim environment including proper pool chemistry and pump room operation.
13. Maintains current required certifications for self and all staff.
14. Schedules staff and manages payroll.
15. Expert in all roles and responsibilities in the swim school
16. Work 1 shift per week in a lifeguard/swim instructor capacity
17. Fulfills other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications or equivalent is desired. Experience as youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor or aquatics instructor/supervisor is preferred. Three to five years management experience is preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, AED and Certified Pool Operator certifications required or be able to obtain these certifications within 90 days of start date. Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred.

Work Environment

While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.