General Manager - Reston

Reston, VA • On-site

Socket.dev
Network Security • 1 - 10 employees

Other

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Overall Scope: The General Manager has overall responsibility for effectively managing all facets of a particular gym location, including but not limited to: hiring, training, development and overall gym execution. Responsible for delivering dues, revenue, and profit budgets while role-modeling the organization’s values and culture.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Consistently delivers a clean, crisp, friendly member and team member experience
  • In charge of both the top and bottom lines of the P&L
  • Lead team to achieve total fitness experience for all members
  • Manage all facets of the business to include sales, fitness and gym operations
  • Oversee sales process and systems
  • Manage, monitor and evaluate the performance of all gym-related managers
  • Hire, train and schedule all gym-level staff
  • Delegate, monitor, and evaluate specifically assigned responsibilities of sales team
  • Provide and maintain the highest level of customer service through personal actions and development of staff
  • Facilitate and monitor company-wide initiatives
  • Provide effective decision-making regarding customer service issues
  • Ensure facility is clean and operationally sound
  • Plan and promote special events for the gym, monthly, to drive member engagement, using corporate marketing as needed
  • Responsible for managing janitorial and office supplies, printing and forms and small equipment
  • Responsible for taking walk-in guests to deliver results in dues, meet expectations around personal production
  • Ensure compliance throughout the gym

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Three years of related management experience
  • Understanding of performance metrics including P&L, revenue, budgeting, inventory, payroll, labor management and facilities maintenance.
  • Strong sales and customer service skills with proven results
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred
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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a General Manager?

A: To succeed as a General Manager, key technical skills include strategic planning, financial management, and operational expertise, particularly in areas such as supply chain management, marketing, and human resources. Essential soft skills include strong leadership and communication abilities, emotional intelligence, and the capacity to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, employees, and customers. By combining these technical and soft skills, a General Manager can drive business growth, make informed decisions, and foster a positive work environment, ultimately leading to career advancement and increased effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a General Manager?

A: A General Manager's typical career progression involves starting as an Operations Manager or Assistant Manager, gaining experience and moving into mid-level roles such as Department Head or Regional Manager, before advancing to senior positions like General Manager or Executive Director. Key opportunities for skill development and professional growth in this role include strategic planning, leadership, and decision-making, as well as developing expertise in areas like finance, marketing, and human resources. Long-term career prospects for a General Manager may include transitioning into executive leadership roles, such as CEO or COO, or pursuing entrepreneurial ventures, while others may choose to move into consulting or academia.



Socket.dev job posting for a General Manager-Reston, VA in Reston, VA with a salary of $76 to $96 Hourly, with a map of Reston location.