Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Life insurance
Job Description
Life Time is a premier health and fitness company dedicated to promoting a healthy and happy lifestyle for individuals and families across the United States and Canada. As the nation's only Healthy Way of Life brand, Life Time operates over 110 fitness centers that function around the clock, offering members access to athletic resort experiences tailored to meet the needs of people of all ages. The company is renowned for its innovative fitness programs, world-class training, nutrition guidance, and holistic wellness approach that extends beyond traditional gym services to encompass a comprehensive spectrum of healthy living, aging, and entertainment experiences. Life Time's commitment is to inspire and support its members in pursuing a balanced, active lifestyle while providing an inclusive and supportive environment for team members to grow and excel professionally.
The General Manager in Training (GMIT) position at Life Time is a prestigious leadership opportunity designed for individuals seeking to advance their careers in health and fitness management. This role involves a close partnership with the club's current General Manager or Senior General Manager to oversee the club’s overall functioning and strategic direction. The GMIT will play a critical role in achieving the club's financial objectives, ensuring exceptional customer service, fostering strong team member relations, driving sales performance, managing the in-center business operations, and enhancing member engagement. As part of the role, the GMIT will enroll in the Life Time General Manager Certification program and complete required trainings offered by Life Time Education. The training includes on-the-job learning experiences guided by the club's General Manager and Area Director, providing hands-on leadership development and operational insights.
In this role, the GMIT supports a team of 150-300 staff members, provides continuous motivation, coaching, and development to Department Managers, and ensures adherence to The Life Time Way standards. The General Manager in Training acts as the club ambassador, responsible for delivering an exceptional and memorable member experience. This role requires strong leadership skills, business acumen, and a passion for health and wellness to contribute meaningfully to Life Time’s mission. This full-time position offers an engaging work environment with opportunities for professional growth within a leading company in the fitness industry.
The General Manager in Training (GMIT) position at Life Time is a prestigious leadership opportunity designed for individuals seeking to advance their careers in health and fitness management. This role involves a close partnership with the club's current General Manager or Senior General Manager to oversee the club’s overall functioning and strategic direction. The GMIT will play a critical role in achieving the club's financial objectives, ensuring exceptional customer service, fostering strong team member relations, driving sales performance, managing the in-center business operations, and enhancing member engagement. As part of the role, the GMIT will enroll in the Life Time General Manager Certification program and complete required trainings offered by Life Time Education. The training includes on-the-job learning experiences guided by the club's General Manager and Area Director, providing hands-on leadership development and operational insights.
In this role, the GMIT supports a team of 150-300 staff members, provides continuous motivation, coaching, and development to Department Managers, and ensures adherence to The Life Time Way standards. The General Manager in Training acts as the club ambassador, responsible for delivering an exceptional and memorable member experience. This role requires strong leadership skills, business acumen, and a passion for health and wellness to contribute meaningfully to Life Time’s mission. This full-time position offers an engaging work environment with opportunities for professional growth within a leading company in the fitness industry.
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)
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