Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $28.00 per hour
Assistant Manager
- Employment Type : Full-Time
- Availability : Assistant Managers work a mix of daytime, evening, and weekend shifts. Weekends are our busiest times and are required.
- Compensation : $28.00 per hour
- Location : 3742 West River Road, Tucson, Arizona 85741
Welcome to Lava Island!
Lava Island is a high-energy indoor play oasis filled with trampolines, slides, foam pits, obstacle courses, and nonstop birthday parties. Its a fast-paced environment where families come to make memoriesand where strong leaders set the tone for safety, hospitality, and teamwork.
As an Assistant Manager, youll guide your team through fast-paced days, high guest expectations, and the kind of moments that make this place feel unforgettable.
Why Youll Love Working Here
Lead a team that brings energy, joy, and hospitality to lifeSet the tone for culture, accountability, and guest experienceBe trusted as the on-duty manager for a thriving, fast-paced businessGrow your leadership toolkit through real responsibility and coachingClear advancement into higher leadership rolesCompetitive pay, health benefits (medical, dental, vision), and employee discountsWhat Youll Do
As an Assistant Manager, youll oversee daily operations and lead the team on shiftfocusing on safety, hospitality, and teamwork. You may specialize in one area (Cafe or Parties), but you support the whole facility as the on-site leader, working closely with the General Manager and Operations Manager to keep the park running smoothly.
Your responsibilities may include :
Lead People
Coach, train, and motivate team members during your shiftHold the team accountable to performance expectations and hospitality standardsFoster a positive, safe, guest-focused cultureRun Operations
Serve as the Manager on Duty (MOD), often the primary leader on-siteOversee all guest-facing and behind-the-scenes areas during your shiftEnsure safety, cleanliness, and operational flow across the parkRespond quickly to guest concerns and resolve issues with empathyWork collaboratively with the Operations Manager and General Manager on expectations and issue escalationDrive Results
Monitor team productivity and guest satisfactionExecute daily checklists, performance benchmarks, and guest experience standardsSupport food service efficiency, throughput, and accuracyAssist with parties, events, and projects assigned by the General ManagerThis role is active and hands-on, with a lot of movement and a wide variety of responsibilities.
Success in this role looks like leading with confidence, staying composed under pressure, and helping the team deliver a great day for families.
Who Thrives Here
Were intentional about the leaders we build. Assistant Managers at Lava Island are :
A people-first leader with hospitality or guest facing experienceConfident supervising a team of 15+ in a fast-paced environmentA strong communicator who leads by exampleOrganized, steady under pressure, and adaptableHands-onwilling to jump in wherever the team needs supportFocused on safety, service quality, and guest satisfactionGrowth-minded, reliable, and team-orientedWere looking for leaders who care about their work, their team, and the families they serve.
Your Growth Path
Assistant Manager is the starting point on our park leadership team. Growth happens when you consistently show strong performance, leadership presence, and the ability to lead a team. As you build confidence and skill, you may grow into an Operations Manager and General Manager role.
What Youll Need
Age 18 or olderHigh school diploma or equivalentServSafe Manager Certification, or ability to complete within 30 daysExperience in a guest facing hospitality leadership roleAbility to lead large teams respectfully and confidentlyReliable, professional presence during high-volume shiftsBackground check and drug screenAbility to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbsMust be available evenings, weekends, and holidays