Operations Manager

Gold's Gym Washington; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Training & development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Gold's Gym PNW in Woodinville, WA, seeks an Operations Manager to lead daily club operations, deliver an exceptional member experience, and drive business results.

You will partner with the Club Manager to achieve revenue goals, oversee front desk, Kids Club, and club standards, and coach a high-performing team in a positive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of leadership or management experience in fitness, hospitality, retail, or related customer-focused industry.
• Experience leading teams and improving operational performance.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop team members to deliver exceptional member experiences and achieve goals.
• Support overall club revenue through membership growth, retention, and retail performance.
• Monitor key metrics and identify opportunities to improve revenue, engagement, efficiency, and profitability.
• Oversee front desk operations, Kids Club, cleanliness, inventory, and member service standards.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, coach, and develop team members.
• Partner with department leaders to improve member satisfaction and retention.
• Ensure policies, procedures, and safety standards are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Employee discounts

Operations Manager

Department: Operations

Status: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Location: Woodinville, WA Entity: Gold's Gym PNW

Reports To: Ownership / Director of Operations

Position Summary

The Operations manager is responsible for supporting the overall success of the club by leading daily operations, delivering an exceptional member experience, developing high-performing teams, and driving business results. This role partners with the Club Manager to achieve revenue goals through member acquisition, retention, retail performance, operational excellence, and team accountability.

The Operations Manager oversees front desk operations, member services, Kids Club, and club standards while fostering a positive, engaging environment for members, guests, and team members. This individual serves as the manager on duty in the absence of the Club Manager and helps ensure the club operates efficiently, safely, and profitably.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop team members to consistently deliver exceptional member experiences and achieve individual and club performance goals.
• Support overall club revenue through membership growth, member retention, retail performance, and operational excellence.
• Monitor key business metrics and identify opportunities to improve revenue, member engagement, operational efficiency, and profitability.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while modeling company values and leadership behaviors.
• Oversee the daily operations of the club, including front desk, Kids Club, cleanliness, facility presentation, inventory, and member service standards.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, coach, and develop team members.
• Partner with department leaders to improve member satisfaction, retention, and overall club performance.
• Ensure company policies, operational procedures, and safety standards are consistently followed.
• Manage retail and concession operations, including merchandising, inventory, and revenue optimization.
• Minimize revenue leakage through accurate operational processes, inventory controls, and proactive member account management.
• Support member retention by resolving concerns promptly, managing cancellations according to company procedures, and creating positive member experiences.
• Oversee the member feedback process and implement improvements based on member insights.
• Assist with payroll administration, scheduling, and workforce planning to ensure accurate payroll and appropriate staffing levels.
• Manage purchasing of janitorial supplies, office supplies, forms, and operational equipment within budget.
• Support club marketing initiatives, community outreach, events, and promotions that increase membership engagement and business growth.
• Perform additional leadership responsibilities as assigned by the Club Manager.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 years of leadership or management experience in fitness, hospitality, retail, or a related customer-focused industry.
• Experience leading teams, improving operational performance, and achieving business goals.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

  Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand or sit for extended periods throughout the workday.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
  • Regular exposure to moving mechanical equipment within the club.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.