Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Training and Development
wellness programs
career advancement
Job Description
Life Time is a leading health and wellness company committed to promoting a healthy and happy lifestyle for its members. As the nation’s only Healthy Way of Life brand, Life Time offers an unparalleled athletic resort experience designed to support the comprehensive wellness needs of individuals, couples, and families across all ages. With over 110 state-of-the-art fitness centers operating 24/7 throughout the United States and Canada, Life Time goes beyond traditional fitness facilities by integrating innovative programs, world-class training, nutrition guidance, and holistic wellness approaches. The company’s mission revolves around helping members achieve a balanced life through physical activity, healthy aging, and engaging entertainment options tailored to various interests and fitness levels. Life Time's inclusive environment welcomes people from all walks of life, investing in their long-term health and well-being by delivering personalized experiences that foster lasting lifestyle changes.
The General Manager in Training (GM in Training) position at Life Time is a pivotal leadership role designed for candidates ready to develop their management skills within a dynamic health and fitness setting. GM in Training works closely with the club’s current General Manager or Senior General Manager to steer the club’s operational, financial, and service-oriented goals. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on management experience combined with formal certification training through Life Time Education’s General Manager Certification program. Candidates will be immersed in the club’s day-to-day leadership challenges, supporting a team of 150 to 300 members and staff across diverse departments. Emphasizing accountability, motivation, and development, the GM in Training is tasked with maintaining superior customer satisfaction and driving in-center business growth. Responsibilities include mentoring Department Managers, overseeing club cleanliness and organization, managing budgets, analyzing member satisfaction scores, and ensuring compliance with The Life Time Way standards. This role is an excellent opportunity for aspiring leaders passionate about health, wellness, and team success to advance their careers within a supportive and forward-thinking company. Life Time is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusivity, and equity, making it a workplace where every individual’s contributions are valued and opportunities for advancement are based on merit and qualifications.
The General Manager in Training (GM in Training) position at Life Time is a pivotal leadership role designed for candidates ready to develop their management skills within a dynamic health and fitness setting. GM in Training works closely with the club’s current General Manager or Senior General Manager to steer the club’s operational, financial, and service-oriented goals. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on management experience combined with formal certification training through Life Time Education’s General Manager Certification program. Candidates will be immersed in the club’s day-to-day leadership challenges, supporting a team of 150 to 300 members and staff across diverse departments. Emphasizing accountability, motivation, and development, the GM in Training is tasked with maintaining superior customer satisfaction and driving in-center business growth. Responsibilities include mentoring Department Managers, overseeing club cleanliness and organization, managing budgets, analyzing member satisfaction scores, and ensuring compliance with The Life Time Way standards. This role is an excellent opportunity for aspiring leaders passionate about health, wellness, and team success to advance their careers within a supportive and forward-thinking company. Life Time is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusivity, and equity, making it a workplace where every individual’s contributions are valued and opportunities for advancement are based on merit and qualifications.
Job Requirements
- HS graduate or equivalent
- 3 years of experience in the fitness, hospitality or retail industry
- 2 years of management experience
- understanding of computer software such as Microsoft Excel and Word
- excellent interviewing techniques
- ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb and raise up to 50 pounds
- CPR and AED certified
Job Qualifications
- HS graduate or equivalent
- 3 years of experience in the fitness, hospitality or retail industry
- 2 years of management experience
- understanding of computer software such as Microsoft Excel and Word
- excellent interviewing techniques
- CPR and AED certified
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field preferred
Job Duties
- attends required General Manager Certification trainings and presents on the business plan
- performs daily walk-through inspections to ensure that all areas of the club are clean, neat, organized, and like new
- studies Net Satisfaction Scores to ensure the best member experience
- monitors budgets and forecasts revenue and expenses for each department monthly/quarterly/annually
- monitors supplies, payroll, cost of goods, and expenses for each department monthly/quarterly/annually
- mentors Department Managers to ensure continuous growth through training, developing, assessing performance, and providing feedback
- co-facilitates Weekly Department Manager Meetings
- participates in a quarterly club assessment in partnership with the General Manager and Area Director
- authorizes new hires, promotions, employee status changes, and terminations with the Department Managers
- guides and executes monthly Manager on Duty program
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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