Studio Manager

BÜNDA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Teaching/training compensation

Job summary

BÜNDA, a specialized fitness studio in Chicago, seeks a Studio Manager to lead daily operations and deliver exceptional member experiences. This full-time, on-site role covers front desk, class schedules, cleanliness, and brand-aligned operations while coaching staff and coordinating with instructors.

You will drive membership growth through active sales conversations, outreach, and retention initiatives, reporting metrics to ownership and shaping events and promotions for ongoing studio success.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service to engage members.
• Team leadership and project management to supervise staff and schedules.
• Sales skills to promote memberships and add-ons while retaining members.
• Organizational and time-management skills for smooth operations.
• Experience in fitness, wellness, hospitality, or retail management is beneficial.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front desk procedures and class schedules.
• Maintain studio cleanliness and inventory, coordinating with staff.
• Lead and supervise team members on the studio floor.
• Support events and promotions and ensure adherence to brand standards.
• Drive membership growth through sales conversations and retention efforts.
• Report key metrics to ownership and implement operational improvements.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Team leadership

Project management

Sales

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexible schedule

Fitness industry mgmt

Education

High school diploma

Certifications in fitness/business/management

Job description

Company Description

BÜNDA is a specialized fitness studio that combines StairMaster cardio with full-body strength training in efficient 55-minute classes. Members rotate between the StairMaster and the patented BÜNDA strength station in structured rounds, ensuring an effective blend of cardio and strength with manageable intervals. The studio’s science-backed methodology emphasizes lower-body training to drive meaningful physical changes, complemented by upper- and full-body-focused sessions for a balanced program. Each class is designed around progressive overload, helping members build strength, enhance cardiovascular health, and achieve sustainable results. BÜNDA also offers members exclusive access to a Nutrition Guide and InBody analysis, providing integrated support across training, nutrition, and progress tracking.

Role Description

The Studio Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Chicago, IL, responsible for overseeing daily studio operations and ensuring an exceptional member experience. This role manages front desk procedures, class schedules, and studio cleanliness, while coordinating with instructors and staff to maintain smooth class flow and adherence to BÜNDA’s training standards. The Studio Manager drives membership growth through sales conversations, outreach, and retention efforts, including follow-ups and member engagement initiatives. Daily responsibilities include supervising team members, resolving member issues, supporting events and promotions, monitoring inventory and supplies, and maintaining alignment with brand guidelines and performance goals. This position requires hands-on leadership on the studio floor, consistent presence during peak hours, and collaboration with ownership to report key metrics and implement operational improvements.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to engage members, address concerns, and represent the brand professionally.
• Candidates should possess Team Leadership and Project Management skills to supervise staff, coordinate schedules, and manage studio initiatives effectively.
• Candidates should possess Sales skills to promote memberships, class packages, and add-on services while supporting member retention.
• Candidates should possess organizational and time-management skills to prioritize tasks and maintain efficient studio operations.
• Prior experience in fitness, wellness, hospitality, or retail management is beneficial.
• Comfort working in an active studio environment, including occasional participation in classes or demonstrations, is preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• High school diploma required; additional education or certifications in fitness, business, or management are a plus.

Our Core Values

Bravery – we face challenges head on and embrace new experiences with courage

Unity – we work together harmoniously and value everyone’s contributions

Nobility – we act with integrity, honesty, and respect for others

Dedication – we are committed fully to our goals and persevere through adversity

Ambition – we strive for continuous growth and set lofty aspirations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

In addition to a base salary, the compensation package consists of bonus opportunity if your studio is meeting expectations. *Additional opportunity for teaching/training compensation.