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Community Health and Physical Activity Manager

£30000 - £35000 per annum + excellent benefits | Elmbridge District

Community Health and Physical Activity Manager - Elmbridge, Surrey£30,000-£35,000+ travel + benefits​We are looking for a Community Health and Physical Activity Manager to develop and deliver a range of projects and programmes to improve the health, fitness and mobility of all the residents of Elmbridge, Surrey regardless of their background.​This hugely rewarding role comes with a competitive salary of up to £35,000, all travel expenses away from your home centre, contributory pension, family gym membership, big discounts on physical activities, café, retail, eating out and much more. On top of this, this leading social enterprise will give you the opportunity to gain new skills, qualifications, and opportunity to advance your career.​We would love you to apply if you have:​A health/sports/exercise/rehab degree or relevant vocational qualifications such as GP and Exercise Referral, cardiac rehab, level 3 personal trainer, sports coaching.Experience in developing and delivering community physical activity programmes within leisure, fitness, public health, health or community development environments.Experience in delivering projects on budget with measurable impact.Built local partnerships with Local Authorities, the NHS or other relevant bodies, organisations or community groups.Some knowledge of external funding opportunities.Have your own transport and live within easy reach of Elmbridge.​To find out more, please click up with your cv outlining some of the great physical activity community projects you have been involved with and we will be in touch promptly if you have the right level of experience.​​​

Sales Manager brand NEW leisure centre

£30000 - £35000 per annum + Health club membership, pension | Dunstable

Sales Manager - Brand new £25m Leisure Centre opening for pre-sale in Dec/Jan '25 in Dunstable - £30,000 basic £35,000 OTEThis is an outstanding opportunity for a Sales manager in the Dunstable area to lead the sales team at a brand new, state-of-the-art £25 million leisure centre with outstanding facilities that include a 25 metre, 8 lane swimming pool, an additional 17m x 10m learner pool, a 125 station Health & Fitness Gym, Squash courts, group exercise studios and café.This is set to be one of the largest and most impressive leisure and wide-ranging sporting facilities in Bedfordshire.You will be a hands-on selling manager, responsible for coaching and supporting your team of membership advisors, front of house colleagues and centre colleagues working to daily activity and sales targets.You will benefit from a huge number of incoming enquiries and point of sale referrals so much more about managing in reach than having to drive new enquiries.We are keen to hear from candidates who have:A proven track record in sales management from a high-volume leisure, hospitality of visitor attractionWill proactively initiate and develop corporate partnerships with the business community and schools..Are confident presenting to large groups and promoting the benefits of an active lifestyle.Have a good understanding of managing and pulling reports from a large CRM database.Will closely with the digital and marketing team to optimise digital and social content.Will work a combination of shifts including a minimum of 1 weekend in 3.In addition to a highly competitive basic salary of up to £30K, there is a monthly commission structure that can add an additional £5K to your basic salary. There are excellent opportunities for future career progression.Interviews are immediately available.

Sales Manager

£30000 - £35000 per annum + Health club membership, pension | Bedfordshire

Sales Manager Health Club Bedfordshire up to £30k basic £35,000 OTEWe are looking for a Sales manager to work for a leading health and fitness operator in Bedfordshire This is a state of the art leisure centre that offers a wide range of fitness and sporting facilities.We are especially interested in talking to candidates currently working in Sales in retail, health clubs or health care who have a keen interest in Fitness with excellent communication skills and who are customer focused.If you have experience in sales, an interest in Health & Fitness, a positive attitude and are confident in your abilities as a Sales Manager, we would love to hear from you.Key responsibilities:Daily sales and activity targets with a minimum of 25 completed calls per day.Lead generation, book appointments, conduct sales tours and follow ups.Working with the regional sales manager to implement sales plans and campaigns.Converting both digital and incoming leads, managing in reach and referral campaigns.Developing and building both corporate and community partnerships.I am keen to hear from candidates who will:Thrive in a proactive target driven face to face sales role,Can demonstrate a proven track record in salesHave a minimum of 2 years senior sales/sales management experienceHave a genuine interest in health and fitness.Can work a combination of shifts including some weekendsSalary & benefits: The basic salary is up to £30K as a basic, depending on experience with a great commission structure that will take your OTE to up to £35,000 OTE. Other benefits include Health club membership, 28 days holiday including bank holidays. Working Hours: 40-hour week, 5 days out of 7, includes weekend working and shift work with hours that include be 10-6/11-7/12-8 during the week and 9-5 at weekends The centre benefits from very little competition so has a large amount of walk-in and telephone enquiries, so being great at following up on these is an essential part of your role. Plus re-joining members and asking for referrals, lead generation from the local community, schools and council. It is also important you get a real understanding of what the role is about and what the centres are like, we want you to be fully informed about the opportunity and to have a long and successful career with the company. Please call us for more details about the company and the role. Interviews available immediately.

Operations Manager

Up to £32000 per annum | Camberley

Operations Manager 32KWe are recruiting for an operations manager to work at a well-established and successful adventure park based in Camberley. The park has a wide variety of activities including trampolines, slides, soft play and a café, hosting families and delivering large number of parties and themed events throughout the year. We are looking for an inspirational leader and coach who will thrive leading, coaching and developing what is typically a large but relatively young team of staff, many working part-time in a fast paced and fun environment which at peak times is exceptionally busy with hundreds of parents and children coming through the doors every hour. As such an ideal candidate would have 2 years + management experience working in a fast-paced leisure, hospitality or retail operation, have a positive and proactive approach to managing a £1m+ turnover business and have a strong understanding of how to deliver operational excellence and health and safety compliance in leading and supporting a large team of up to 25 staff working on a busy shift. You will be working a combination of shifts including 1 in 2 weekends, but your working hours will typically be between 9am and 8pm so much more favourable than the typical leisure or hospitality operation. Key responsibilities include:Overseeing all operational aspects of the venue, ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations and exceptional guest experiences.The ongoing attraction, recruiting, coaching and training of your team with extensive coaching and group training sessions.Day to day management of the venue when on shift with a key focus on health and safety and delivering the brand standards.Responsible for driving income across the key secondary revenue lines - parties, F and B and retail spend.Working across all of the department when required, front of house, café, on the floor and ordering stock/consumables.Responsible for a dynamic rota management of team members based on footfall, ensuring labour percentages are achieved,Develop and execute local sales and marketing plans, including the management of social media.Manager and record all incidents and any accidents that may occur whilst on shift.You will be customer facing and highly visible within the role requiring first class interpersonal and communication skills.We are looking to offer the successful candidate a basic salary of up to 32K, benefits include a health cash plan, 40% off F and B, free parking on site and friends and family discounts. There are significant opportunities for career development as the company is already a market leader in their sector and continuing to grow rapidly through acquisition.Interviews are immediately available.

Assistant General Manager - Leisure Centre

£28493 - £29478 per annum | Cheadle

Assistant General Manager - Cheadle to £29,478I am currently looking for an assistant general manager to work across 2 leisure centres in Stockport for a multiple award-winning leisure brand. You will be supporting the GM and will often be the senior manager running the centre day to day. As AGM you will work 37hrs/week and carry out 2 duty management shifts each week, the early shift is 6-2pm and the late shifts is 2-10pm and will be required to work one weekend in 3.The position is ideally suited to a candidate who has significant duty or operational management experience in the healthand fitness industry and who has experience working with both swimming pools and fitness facilities with a pool plant and first aid qualification. The centres have a large membership base and work with multiple community groups in delivering both wellness and health programs across all the facilities the centres offer. Key focuses include:Leading and coaching your teams to deliver the highest levels of operational performance and health and safety.Carry out 1:1's and overseeing training and development for your team.Supporting the duty management and front-line teams to meet and exceed both membership sales and learn to swim targets.Take responsibility for the pool plant operations whilst on duty.To optimise the programming and bookings within the centres.Proactively work with community groups and partners.In addition to a competitive basic salary of up to £29,478, the holiday entitlement is 30 days per annum including bank holidays, that rises with service, complimentary gym membership with significant opportunities for both further training and career progression.Interviews are immediately available.

National Sales Manager -England

circa £80000 OTE + car + benefits | England

National Sales & Commercial Manager -Leisure Operator - circa £80,000 O.T.E. +car + benefits - England- SW, West Midlands and NW travel ​We are looking for a National Sales and Commercial Manager for an award-winning leisure operator with a diverse range of sites across the southwest, west midlands and northwest of England. They are aggressively growing and rolling out new concepts, so it is an exciting time to be joining them.​Key Responsibilities:Review, develop and implement the sales and business development strategy to drive sales, footfall and revenue across their existing and new venues.Recruit, develop, inspire and drive a team of high performing commercial managers.Implement and manage all sales processes and KPI measures.Analyse and interpret all sales data to develop and deliver data driven action plans to improve performance.Work collaboratively with key internal stakeholders across operations, customer experience, retention, marketing and product.​The person:Inspiring character, driven, commercial with a can-do attitude and hands-on approach to leadership.High level strategic sales and business development experience within a large multi-site leisure, recreation, fitness or hospitality business, possibly as a National Sales Manager, Head of Commercial, Divisional Director, Regional Sales Manager, Regional Business Manager or Area Manager.Experience in leading high performing sales/commercial teams that involves lead generation, sales process and managing the sales funnel to attract and retain customers.Ideally experience in supporting with project managing new openings and sales launches.Experience in data driven decision making.Living or willing to relocate to the Southwest, West Midlands or Northwest England for easy travelling between venues.Have a valid UK driving licence and prepared to be on the road two to three times a week.​The remuneration includes a competitive basic salary depending on experience, with a genuinely achievable bonus structure plus car and all the benefits you would associate with a senior role.​For more information, please click apply detailing your current remuneration and why you should be considered for this post.​

Front of House Manager - Boutique Fitness Studio

£28000 - £32000 per annum + benefits | London

Front of House Manager - Boutique Fitness Studio - Kensington£28,000-£32,000 DOE+ benefits We are looking for a Front of House Manager who has the passion and ambition become an Assistant Manager for a Premium boutique fitness and wellness studio in affluent Kensington. Key Responsibilities:Coach, support and inspire a team of receptionists to deliver a 5-star service to members/customers.Take responsibility for bookings and retail.Promote the range of products and services to prospective buyers and members.Ensure the studio operation is clean and immaculate with regular checks.Take the initiative on what the business needs whilst on shift.Typically working 11-7 Monday to Friday but available to cover early, late and weekend shifts to cover to sickness and holiday if needed.Support the overall running of the studio taking on projects to learn other parts of the business. The Person:Immaculately presented with excellent communication skills and warm and friendly personality.Hands-on approach to leadership, inspiring others with your actions.Reception/Front of House supervisory experience ideally within a quality health and fitness, hotel or hospitality environment.Strong I.T. skills and experience using booking or membership systems.Passionate about the health and wellbeing industry.Willingness to learn and progress.Able to reliably commute to Kensington W8 each working day.Flexible to work a range of shifts if the business needs cover. Benefits include free membership and discounts on retail and treatments, 28-days holiday and most importantly investment in you to learn about more areas of the business. Fore more information please click apply and we will be in touch promptly if you have the right level of experience.

Assistant Head of Housekeeping

£27000 - £30000 per annum + Meals on Duty, pension, Service charge | Malmesbury

Assistant Head of Housekeeping - Award winning luxury hotel Cotswolds £30,000 OTE, meals on duty We are delighted to be working with one of the Cotswolds most luxurious hotel Spas. This award winning luxury Manor House hotel is set in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, with a Michelin Star restaurant, Spa, Gym, pool and cinema. We are keen to talk to experienced House keeping Supervisors/Assistant Head of House keeping who are committed to providing exceptional customer service at every step of the client journey. This is an incredible opportunity to work with an amazing team at a stunning venue and we are keen to talk to candidates who have worked in a similar role from 5 star properties who understand exceptional levels of service.Position Overview:Responsible for assisting the Housekeeping Manager in the effective operation of the Housekeeping Department, ensuring that hotel standards of quality and cleanliness are maintained at all times whilst maintaining a safe working environment. In the absence of the Housekeeping Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the housekeeping department.Key Responsibilities:Working as part of a team, deliver to our guests a total passion and commitment to excellence of cleanliness and detail, driving and maintaining standards of housekeeping and service to the highest levelIn the absence of the Head Housekeeper, ensure the staff rotas are managed and altered within reason to meet the needs of the businessDeliver a high standard of training to staff members and overseeing daily task allocationsProvide direction and work alongside the housekeeping team members to ensure that hotel guest rooms, public areas and team member areas are clean, well maintained and adequately stocked.Ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and attention to detail in all public areas, spa facilities, rooms and suites by carrying out regular quality checks throughout the dayIn accordance with business needs carry out tasks such as making beds and assisting with the servicing of guest rooms from time to timeMay be required to perform other related tasks reasonably requested by your Line ManagerQualifications & Skills:Experience: A minimum of 2-3 years' experience in a housekeeping supervisory role, preferably in a luxury or boutique hotel setting.Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills with a passion for developing staff.Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, with a focus on maintaining luxury standards in cleanliness and presentation.Guest Service: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a guest-centric approach.Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to manage schedules, supplies, and quality control simultaneously.Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly address and resolve issues while maintaining a positive and professional demeanourKnowledge of Health & Safety: A solid understanding of housekeeping procedures and health and safety regulationsFlexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to meet the demands of the hotel's operationsGood levels of spoken and written English * Coaching skills * Basic IT skillsBenefits:Competitive salary £27,000OTE £30,000Meals on dutyStaff discounts on hotel stays and servicesOpportunity for career growth within the luxury hospitality industryTraining and professional development programsPension scheme and holiday entitlementHow to Apply:If you are passionate about maintaining luxury standards and delivering exceptional guest experiences, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.

Assistant Manager

£26000 - £30000 per annum + bonus, parking, discounted/free meals | Royal Tunbridge Wells

Assistant Manager - Leisure Entertainment Kent £26,000 basic £30K +OTE + career development(Based on 40-hour week +Overtime paid hourly + bonus received monthly)We are looking for an Assistant Manager in Tunbridge Wells for one of the U.K.s most loved and most successful sports leisure concepts offering entertainment, gaming, food and beverage, competitions and parties appealing to children and adults alike.This is fun, fast paced place to work and the Nationwide company is renowned for their incredible employee benefits and harnessing their top talent and progressing them in the business with their structured development programme.Summary of the role:Customer facing - Ensuring customers have a fabulous time, every time.Team- Inspiring, coaching and developing team members to be the best version of themselves every day.Operations- Ensure the centre is clean, safe and fully operational at all times.Commercial- Upselling products and services ensuring the centre hits its targets.Financial- taking responsibility for banking and stock control.Working a mixture of shifts as the lead manager on duty including evenings and weekends.We are keen to hear from applicants who have:An abundance of energy, enthusiasm, and drive.Experience delivering an amazing customer experience in a fast-paced customer facing business such as health and fitness, leisure centres, entertainment venues, visitor attractions, bars, restaurants or retail stores.At least 1 year's people management and key holder experience possibly as a Shift Manager, Service Manager, Duty Manager, Operations Manager, Restaurant Manager, Assistant Manager, Trading Manager or Store Manager.A head for business and the confidence in promoting new business and sales.The flexibility in their life to work at least one late evening per week and up to three in four weekends as these are their busy trade times.There are great benefits and discounts working for this amazing brand too so to find out more please submit your CV and if you have the right level of experience, we will be in touch promptly.Interviews available immediately

Head of Fitness and Activities

Up to £40000 per annum + 46K OTE | London

Head of Fitness and ActivitiesKensington 40K OTE 46KI am looking for an experienced leisure professional at club management level to work at one of the premium family focused fitness and sporting clubs in West London with 4000 members including 800 juniors and head up their fitness and activities departments.. This is one of the senior management positions within the club. You will be supported by several team leaders and be responsible for leading around 40 team members including the personal training team, the studio, learn to swim and children's activities. With one of the highest levels of personal training penetration within the group reflecting the prestigious location of the club there are significant opportunities to develop this further and to expand and enhance the scope and delivery of the junior activities programme whilst continuing to deliver a very successful 70+class group ex timetable and a very successful learn to swim operation. As the fitness and activities manager you will also get to carry out duty management shifts across the club, the early shift starting at 5.30am and the late finishing at 10.30pm. There is a car parking space available for the successful candidate to be able to get to the club in time to open. This is a high-profile role within the company and offers the successful candidate a fantastic platform to showcase their leadership and coaching qualities working for a market leading operator, independently recognised as being one of the top large employers to work for in the UK. Responsibilities include:Managing your teams to deliver exceptional and consistent classes, activities and service.To achieve income and club performance targets identifying key actions to drive each department forward.Creating and implementing club action and improvement plans and managing the teams to deliverWorking with partners and contractors to ensure consistent delivery of the service level agreements.Creating rotas to delivering exceptional member engagement and experience.Recruiting, inducting and ensuring the ongoing coaching and development of your teams.We are keen to hear from candidates with significant management club or fitness management experience working within the health and fitness industry or potentially those who have managed a large sports or children's activity programme.In addition to a market leading basic salary of 40k , there is an annual performance related bonus that is worth a further 6K per annum, 5 weeks holiday, ongoing training an excellent future career development opportunities.Interviews are immediately available.

Deputy General Manager - Premium Fitness

£40000 - £44000 per annum + 50K + OTE | West London

Deputy General Manager - Premium Health and Fitness Club to £44,000+ £10K bonus Notting Hill We are looking for a Deputy General Manager to oversee all things service and operational in one of the most exclusive family focused, health and racquets clubs in West London. You will get to join the club at a very exciting time for the team and the members as there is about to be a £5m capital investment into the club transforming the already high-profile club into one of West London's luxury wellness destinations. You will direct manage the front of house, Spa, maintenance and cleaning teams and the club administrator. As the number 2 to the GM, you will typically work opposite shifts to the GM and will be responsible for running the full club operation providing an outstanding platform for your own career development in a business that is renowned for developing their own GM's internally with ongoing training and support.We are very to hear from candidates with the following experience and attributes:Premium Fitness, sports, leisure or hospitality industry experience as a Club Manager, Centre Manager or General Manager looking to join and progress with a bigger organisation or an exceptional Deputy General Manager, Operations Manager or Member Experience Manager ready for the next step.Have a passion and flair for coaching, inspiring, mentoring and developing talent.Comprehensive experience in managing health and safety and a multi-faceted premium leisure operation.Constantly looking at ways and opportunities to enhance the member experience.Promptly and proactively responding to and resolving member queries and complaints.Managing and developing successful partnerships with third party contractors and suppliers.Have strong commercial awareness and experience of setting targets and managing significant budgets.A flexible approach to work, able to work duty management shifts with a 6am start and 1 in 2 weekends.Passionate about health and fitness.Benefits include 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), free family membership, big discounts on club services, contributory pension and most importantly, continued investment into your professional development to grow and advance within the businessFor more information, please click apply and we will be in contact with you promptly if you have the right level of experience

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