Shift Supervisor (FT) - Aisle 19

Touchstone Climbing Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Plan

Medical FSA

Mental Health Services

Paid Time Off

Free Gym Membership

Guest Passes

Pro Deals & Staff Discounts

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Touchstone Climbing Inc. in San Francisco invites an experienced Shift Supervisor to open and run our new Aisle 19 bouldering gym. You will manage front desk operations, handle complex membership questions, and ensure consistent, welcoming customer service for climbers and visitors.

You will train staff, coordinate events and classes, oversee facilities safety, and partner with management to deliver a positive member experience while building a thriving community hub in the Bay Area.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to teach and engage groups of varying ages and abilities.
• Attention to detail and self-motivation.
• Comfort with computers and POS systems.
• Knowledge of climbing techniques.
• CPR/First Aid certified or willingness to obtain (training provided).
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs and remain on your feet for extended shifts.
• Available regularly during peak hours with the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead front desk operations and set a high standard for staff performance.
• Handle complex memberships and respond to inquiries with professionalism.
• Manage events, bookings, and staff scheduling for gym operations.
• Coordinate with management on incidents and safety procedures.
• Assist with social media, training, and guest services as needed.
• Supervise day-to-day tasks and ensure a welcoming member experience.

Skills

Customer service

Teaching groups

Attention to detail

POS systems

Climbing knowledge

CPR/First Aid

Lifting 30-50 lbs

Availability evenings/weekends

Job description

In addition to competitive pay, outstanding benefits, free gym membership, and other perks, joining our team connects you with all we have going on in our dynamic community.

Are you ready to lead Touchstone Climbing’s newest and most exciting gym in the Bay Area? Aisle 19, our newest bouldering gym is located in San Francisco. It’s more than just a climbing and fitness facility—it’s a hub for community, inclusivity, and personal growth. We’re looking for a Shift Supervisor to take the reins and build this space into a thriving, welcoming destination for climbers and fitness enthusiasts alike.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the identity of a brand-new gym, drive its success, and make a meaningful impact on the local community. The Shift Supervisor is responsible for performing day‑to‑day front desk job duties while handling elevated customer service needs, including managing complex membership issues, addressing unique or non‑routine customer inquiries, and ensuring that all visitors are receiving consistent and positive customer service. This role will manage front of house operations, and will assist with social media, incident reporting, facilities needs, staff training and assessments, and other duties by location.

Responsibilities

This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, and not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. You may be given other duties and information to follow from your manager as they see fit.

Customer Service & Front Desk Operations

• Set a high standard when performing all regular front desk duties and lead other staff by example
• Ensure that staff are responding in a timely and professional manner to all emails and tickets
• Process complex memberships, handle unique inquiries, and report any anomalies or issues to management or member services team
• Ensure that all side work and additional tasks are being completed by operations staff in a timely manner
• Ensure all scheduled staff (coaches, instructors, desk) arrive on time, are wearing appropriate attire, and take required breaks on time
• Support retail operations: receive inventory, report inventory discrepancies, re‑merchandise displays, and provide product recommendations to customers
• Keep staff on task and working efficiently as a team
• Debrief the team on the day’s events and create a collaborative game plan
• Delegate tasks as needed based on check in volume and any scheduling anomalies
• Conduct facility walkthroughs to ensure cleanliness, order, and safety
• Be available for or coordinate to cover call‑outs

Climbing Education & Events

• Teach various climbing classes such as Intro to Bouldering
• Train new staff members on front desk procedures as well as climbing safety and intro class instruction
• Process all incident reports
• Staff climbing events such as group ICCs, group bouldering events, and community outreach programs
• Manage bookings for various gym events including youth programs, private lessons, climbing clinics and classes, affinity meetups, and more
• Coordinate setup and cleanup for special events and assist management team with member communications leading up to events
• Serve as day to day support for club and camp coaches

Collaboration with Management

• Attend regular check‑ins with management to discuss staff performance, challenges, operational issues, facility needs, incidents, etc.
• Review and process all incident reports, escalating to management when needed
• Create and manage social media content
• Participate in interview panels and hiring process for desk and coaching candidates
• Provide feedback to or discipline desk, coaching, and fitness staff, redirecting behavior, if needed
• Coordinate time off with other shift leads to ensure 7 day/ week coverage amongst the team

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to teach and engage groups of varying ages and abilities
• Attention to detail and self‑motivation
• Comfort with computers and POS systems
• Knowledge of climbing techniques
• CPR/First Aid certified or willingness to obtain (training provided)
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs and remain on your feet for extended shifts
• Available regularly during peak hours with the ability to work evenings and weekends

Pay & Scheduling

This is a full time position working at least 30 hours per week with a pay range starting at $24-25/hr . I ndividual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to; facility location and type, membership volume, experience, and job/position tenure. Schedules are set in advance by management, though staff may be asked to fill in for events or cover shifts as needed. Staff must take required breaks per state and company policy.

At Touchstone, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees, including:

• Health Insurance – Choose from two Kaiser Permanente plans:
• 90% employer‑paid coverage for employees and 70% for dependents of Kaiser’s top‑tier, no‑deductible, low‑copay plan
• 100% employer‑paid coverage for employees and 70% for dependents of a higher‑deductible Kaiser plan
• Dental Insurance – 80% employer‑paid coverage for employees and 65% for dependents
• Vision Plan - 100% employer‑paid coverage for employees and 70% for dependents
• Medical FSA - All employees are eligible to make Pre‑tax contributions to a Flexible Spending Account for medical expenses
• Mental Health Services - Access to Modern Health and Calm
• Paid Time Off – Vacation and sick leave provided
• Free Gym Membership – Access to all Touchstone facilities for employee and a +1 membership for a partner, family member, or friend
• Guest Passes - Unlimited guest passes to get a non‑member entry to a gym free of charge when accompanied by the employee
• Pro Deals & Staff Discounts – Discounts on gear purchased at our gyms and industry pro deals
• Flexible Work Schedule – Supporting work‑life balance

We believe in fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment where our employees can thrive.

Location

Aisle 19
2900 Alemany Blvd.,
San Francisco, CA, 94112