Houston Fitness Partners

Company:       Houston Fitness Partners

Job Title:         Club Manager

Reports to:     District Manager

Status:             Full-time, Non-Exempt

Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers, with clubs in all 50 states, Mexico, Canada, Panama, Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico. Its mission is to provide a high-quality experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment called the “Judgment Free Zone.” Planet Fitness has established itself as the premier high-value, low-price provider of fitness clubs in the United States, with over 2,000 clubs and more than 15 million members.

Houston Fitness Partners, a leading independently owned franchise of Planet Fitness, operates 34 clubs and owns exclusive development rights for 67 locations in Harris County and the seven contiguous counties. Our Corporate Office and our fitness facilities provide a culture built on (i) People, (ii) Fun, (iii) Honesty, (iv) Accountability, and (v) Drive. Our purpose is to strengthen relationships through low-cost, friendly, clean, and judgment-free fitness.

Job Summary:

The Club Manager will be responsible for the oversight of gym operations to ensure an exceptional “Judgement Free” member experience as well as a financially successful club. The Club Manager will be accountable for leading a team of employees in a positive, motivating manner with continuous assistance in employee training and development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Recruit, hire, train and develop a high-performing staff consisting of Assistant Managers, Member Service Representatives, Trainers, and Custodians.

·        Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for all members, prospective members, and guests and ensure staff follows superior customer service guidelines.

·        Staff Management: Schedule staff and ensure all shifts are covered.

·        Lead by example and maintain consistent accountability for direct reports by training and coaching, ensuring adherence to PF’s values and goals.

·        Administration and processing of all weekly/bi-weekly employee payroll.

·        Resolve employee issues or concerns.

·        Manage disciplinary/termination activities.

·        Involved in all front desk-related activities, including Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with a variety of questions. Check members into the system. New member sign-up. Take prospective members on tours.

·        Facilitate all member requests, issues, and questions. Ensure prompt opening/closing of the gym.

·        Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of the facility, including taking responsibility for the largest section of cleaning daily.

·        Ensure safety of employees, members, and club property.

·        Determine and communicate equipment repair in a timely manner.

·        Manage marketing efforts by ensuring staff is aware and trained on all marketing promotions. Authorize expenditures and refunds. Make daily bank deposits.

·        Prepare all HR-related forms and send to the Corporate Payroll Team.

·        Track statistics and reports (weekly, monthly, annually). Backup support for any employee who is absent.

Qualifications/Requirements:

·        Superior customer service skills, preferably in the fitness industry.

·        Experience working as an Assistant Manager at Planet Fitness, is a plus.

·        Exceptional leadership, diplomacy and listening skills.

·        Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Suite). Hard working, enthusiastic and energetic!

·        Strong problem resolution skills.

·        Current CPR Certification required.

·        High school diploma/GED equivalent required.

·        Must be 18 years of age or older.

Physical Demands:

·        Continual standing and walking during shift.

·        Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.

·        Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

·        Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shift.

Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.

Houston Fitness Partners