Assistant Manager

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager will be responsible for assisting the General Manager in the oversight of gym operations to ensure an exceptional “Judgment Free” member experience as well as a financially successful club. The Assistant 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 team consisting of Member Service Representatives, Trainers and Custodians.
• Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for all members, prospective members and guests and ensure team members follow superior customer service guidelines.

Team Management

• Schedule team members 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.
• Resolve team member issues or concerns.
• Discuss team member disciplinary measures with General Manager / Area Manager

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 gym.

Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of facility including taking responsibility for 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 the team is aware and trained on all marketing promotions.
• Authorize expenditures and refunds. Make daily bank deposits.
• Prepare HR related forms and send to Corporate Human Resources Team.
• Track statistics and reports (weekly, monthly, annually).
• Backup support for any team member who is absent.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Customer service background preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• A passion for fitness and health.
• Upbeat and positive attitude!
• Punctuality and reliability is a must.
• Exceptional customer service skills; able to interact in a positive and professional way with members and co-workers, exceeding the member’s expectations.
• Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.
• Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions while using appropriate behavior and language.
• High School diploma / GED equivalent preferred.

Physical Demands

• Continual standing and walking during shift.
• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.
• Ability to work 3rd shift (overnights).
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Will encounter toxic chemicals during shift.
• Moving self in different positions, including bending, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and twisting, to accomplish tasks.

Why Join Planet Fitness?

Philosophy

We are here to provide a unique environment in which anyone, and we mean anyone, can be comfortable. A diverse, Judgement Free Zone where a lasting, active lifestyle can be built.

Our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. We seek to perfect this safe, energetic environment, where everyone feels accepted and respected. We as employees take pride in the fact that we are a non-intimidating, welcoming gym. Unlike most traditional gyms, Planet Fitness does NOT cater towards bodybuilders or power lifters but is instead focused on general fitness. We strive to provide a comfortable atmosphere for EVERYONE in what we call the Judgement Free Zone (JFZ).

Mission Statement

At PF Supreme, we’ve worked hard to become one of the largest franchisee groups in Planet Fitness, the most recognizable name in the fitness industry. We strive to create a fun and respectful environment, where our team of motivated individuals can learn and grow just as quickly as our organization. Our purpose is to continuously expand the Planet Fitness brand, better the lives of our team with fulfilling career, and truly deliver the Judgement Free experience to our members. We believe by being passionate in our work and fearless in our approach, that our potential has no limits.

Job Benefits include

• Free Black Card gym membership.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Discounts on merchandise sold at the club.
• Benefits including : medical, 401k, and supplemental insurance.
• Discounts on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, attractions, and much more.

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.