Operations Manager

Crunch Fitness; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance & Disability

Job summary

Crunch Fitness is seeking an Operations Manager for a new upcoming St. Cloud club. You will lead day-to-day member and team experiences, from onboarding to coaching, ensuring smooth operations while driving sales, retention, and satisfaction.

You will support the General Manager in achieving membership goals and lead by example to inspire both staff and members. With 95+ clubs open and 100+ more on the way, this role offers growth potential in a fast-expanding fitness organization that values

Qualifications

• Experience in fitness, sales, or hospitality preferred.
• Proven leadership experience in a club or service environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional first impression by maintaining a welcoming environment for members and staff.
• Drive member integration and sales performance through kickoff sessions and onboarding processes.
• Support retention with cancel-save processes and proactive follow-up with members.
• Coach staff on sales techniques to improve conversions and enrollment.
• Organize member engagement events and community-building activities.
• Manage inventory, billing updates, and reporting accuracy.
• Lead weekly leadership meetings with club leaders to review performance.
• Oversee cleaning systems and protocols to maintain Crunch standards.
• Review reports and develop training to drive improvements.
• Support the General Manager in achieving membership and revenue targets.

Skills

Leadership presence

Sales minded

Customer service

Communication skills

Coaching teams

Detail oriented

Growth mindset

Job description

Operations Manager- NEW upcoming St. Cloud Club

Here We GROW Again! Are you ready to step into a leadership role that drives both people and performance? As an Operations Manager at Crunch Fitness, you’ll be the heartbeat of the club—setting the tone for energy, positivity, and results every single day. You’ll be the first impression our members and team experience, making an immediate and lasting impact on their journey. If you’re passionate about fitness, thrive in a people-first culture, and are motivated by growth and results, this is your chance to lead from the front. With 95+ clubs open and 100+ more on the way, the opportunities for career advancement are limitless.

Job Summary

As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day member and team experience within your club. From new member onboarding to staff training and performance coaching, you’ll ensure smooth daily operations while driving key business results. You’ll play a critical role in member sales, retention, and satisfaction—while supporting the General Manager in hitting all membership goals. This is a leadership role where you’ll inspire both your team and members to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional first impression every day by ensuring a positive, welcoming environment for members and staff.
• Drive member integration and sales performance by leading kickoff sessions, boosting booking and participation percentages, and supporting ACH setup and account management.
• Support retention efforts through cancel-save processes, follow‑up calls with cancelled members, and month‑over‑month cancel reduction strategies.
• Coach and assist staff on sales techniques to improve conversions, ACH enrollment, referrals, and duplication.
• Organize and execute member engagement events, including monthly appreciation parties, social media initiatives, and community‑building activities.
• Manage operational details such as cooler/drink inventory, member billing updates, and reporting accuracy.
• Conduct weekly leadership meetings with club leaders (GM, AGM, PTM, GFM) to review performance, address challenges, and drive accountability.
• Oversee implementation and follow‑up on all cleaning systems and protocols to maintain Crunch’s high standards.
• Review daily and monthly performance reports to identify opportunities for improvement and provide training/development solutions.
• Actively support the General Manager in achieving all membership unit and revenue targets

What We Look for In Our Operations Manager:

• Outgoing and positive personality with strong leadership presence
• Sales‑minded, customer‑service driven, and results‑oriented
• Someone who embraces member retention strategies, including cancel‑save processes, follow‑up calls, and integration of new members.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach and motivate teams
• An organized manager with strong attention to detail to oversee billing, reporting, inventory, and cleaning systems
• Previous leadership or operations experience in fitness, sales, or hospitality preferred
• A growth‑minded individual who can support the General Manager in achieving all membership unit targets and contribute to the overall success of the club

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly pay, bonus opportunity, and growth opportunity in a rapidly expanding company
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance & Short‑Term Disability
• Free Crunch Fitness Membership
• Discounted Personal Training Sessions
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

About CR Fitness

CR Fitness is a leading franchisee of Crunch Fitness. The company is rapidly expanding its club footprint throughout Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Arizona and is led by a veteran management team with over one hundred years of combined experience in the fitness industry. With a comprehensive fitness offering and affordable price point, Crunch Fitness offers unmatched value to its members regardless of fitness level and is well positioned to take advantage of consumers’ increasing focus on health and wellness.

Crunch Fitness is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.