General Manager
Department: Operations
Reports To: Franchise Owner / Regional Manager
Company Overview:
Crunch is a No Judgment Gym that fuses fitness with entertainment to make serious exercise fun. Our 'No Judgments' philosophy welcomes a diverse group of professionals who are passionate about changing lives through health and wellness.
Why Join Crunch?
Benefits & Perks:
- Access to state-of-the-art training areas and premier fitness equipment
- Competitive compensation and bonus structure
- Complimentary CPR/AED re-certifications
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Vacation, holidays, and time-off benefits
- Free Crunch gym membership
- Employee discounts on services and merchandise
Key Responsibilities:
Administration & Organization:
- Understand and enforce standard operating procedures and policies
- Communicate company policies to staff
- Promote teamwork and productivity
- Recruit and hire high-quality talent
- Demonstrate leadership in decision-making
Sales & Revenue Management:
- Motivate and manage the sales team
- Achieve membership and revenue goals
- Drive lead generation through team initiatives
- Ensure proper use of tracking forms and lead management systems
- Oversee marketing promotions and campaign execution
- Support community outreach and business partnerships
- Conduct regular sales meetings and performance reviews
Personal Training Revenue Management:
- Meet PT revenue and session goals
- Integrate PT packages into sales processes
- Promote orientation sessions and program upsells
Operations Management:
- Oversee departments: Fitness, Sales, Marketing, Accounting, IT
- Resolve member concerns professionally and promptly
- Maintain club standards for cleanliness, safety, and maintenance
- Approve and process payroll
- Foster a professional, welcoming member experience
Financial Management:
- Manage budgets and income statements
- Control expenses and purchasing
- Execute corrective actions when goals aren’t met
Leadership & Motivation:
- Set the tone as a role model for staff
- Host weekly team and individual meetings
- Maintain a positive, motivating, and feedback-driven culture
Accountabilities:
- Achieve sales and financial targets
- Control payroll and administrative costs
- Maintain operational standards and safety protocols
- Track and report club performance metrics
- Stay informed on industry competitors
Measurement Standards:
- Financial goals met or exceeded
- High cleanliness and service standards
- Effective leadership and team development
- Member retention and satisfaction
- Timely task completion
- Adherence to Crunch policies
Qualifications:
Education:
- 4-year college degree preferred
Experience:
- 4+ years of gym/club management preferred
Skills:
- Exceptional verbal and written communication
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Organized, proactive, and goal-oriented
- Excellent customer service and administrative abilities
- Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Crunch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any legally protected status.
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Frequently Asked Questions
At Crunch Fitness, a General Manager drives membership growth by motivating sales teams, managing lead generation strategies, and overseeing marketing campaigns tailored to the Bessemer community, ensuring targets align with regional fitness trends and competitive local gyms.
Strong interpersonal communication, decisiveness, and the ability to inspire a diverse team are crucial. In fitness centers like Crunch, fostering a motivating culture while maintaining operational excellence directly impacts member satisfaction and staff retention.
While Crunch Fitness values a 4-year degree, certifications like CPR/AED are often required or renewed. Locally, familiarity with regional health and safety regulations enhances a General Manager’s ability to maintain compliance and community trust.
Opportunities include regional management, franchise ownership, or specialized roles in operations and sales leadership. Demonstrating strong financial oversight and team-building skills at Crunch can accelerate progression in this competitive Alabama market.
Bessemer has a growing fitness scene, but quality General Manager candidates with both operational and sales experience are in high demand. Candidates who showcase leadership in both areas stand out amid moderate local competition.
Crunch's 'no judgment' philosophy creates a welcoming environment that blends fun with fitness. For General Managers, this means leading with empathy while driving business metrics, a blend not always emphasized at other U.S. gyms.
Beyond competitive pay, General Managers gain free gym memberships, health benefits, and CPR/AED recertification support. These perks, alongside employee discounts, help foster a balanced lifestyle essential for managing daily operations effectively.
General Managers in Bessemer fitness centers like Crunch typically earn between $55,000 and $75,000 annually, depending on experience and performance bonuses, aligning with regional cost of living and industry standards.
General Managers oversee budgeting, expense control, and payroll approval, ensuring club financial goals are met or exceeded. They also implement corrective measures promptly to maintain profitability within the Bessemer market context.
The 'no judgment' culture means General Managers must cultivate an inclusive, motivating environment that balances strict operational standards with a supportive atmosphere, enhancing member retention and employee satisfaction.