- Community Leader
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Profit sharing
- Training & development
COMPANY: The Little Gym of Maplewood
POSITION TITLE: General Manager
LOCATION: Maplewood, NJ
REPORTS TO: Ownership
Position Summary
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic General Manager to lead The Little Gym of
Maplewood. In this role, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, drive the financial and
operational success of the gym, and build strong relationships with local families and the
broader Maplewood community. This is an opportunity to make a real impact—helping kids
grow and thrive while shaping the future of a key community resource. If you're ready for a role
that combines leadership, strategic thinking, and community engagement, this could be the
perfect fit.
The General Manager is a full-time career-level position responsible for the overall
performance and success of The Little Gym of Maplewood. You will report directly to the
owners and ensure that our high standards for curriculum, customer service, and staff
management are met. Additionally, you’ll be responsible for achieving business growth goals
and overseeing the gym’s financial performance.
Essential Job Functions
• Lead a team in providing outstanding customer service and a membership experience
second to none.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the gym, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Hire, manage, and oversee the training and development of staff.
• Occasionally teach engaging classes based on our proven curriculum.
• Maintain the facility and ensure equipment is safe and operational.
• Oversee membership sales and promote The Little Gym to new and existing customers.
• Foster a positive, high-energy, and fun work environment.
• Actively participate in community outreach to drive brand awareness and membership
growth.
• Build and maintain strong connections with the Maplewood community by attending
local events, collaborating with schools and organizations, and ensuring that The Little
Gym is seen as a valuable resource for families in the area.
• Develop and implement strategies to grow membership and increase revenue through
community engagement and innovative programming.
• Monitor and manage the gym’s financial performance, including budgeting, expenses,
and profit margins.
• Set long-term goals for business growth and continuously evaluate performance to
ensure these goals are met.
Qualifications
• Proven management experience with a track record of successfully leading a team.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• P&L management experience.
• Passionate about working with children and making a positive impact in the community.
• Ability to motivate and inspire staff and customers.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• A background in child development, physical education, or related fields is a plus.
• Strong customer service skills and experience.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Experience managing and growing a business or community-focused organization, with
a proven track record of increasing revenue and customer satisfaction.
Why The Little Gym of Maplewood?
At The Little Gym of Maplewood, you will be part of a family dedicated to the growth and
development of children. With over 300 locations worldwide, The Little Gym is the world’s
premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages 4 months to 12 years.
We focus on helping kids achieve new milestones, develop skills, and gain confidence in a safe,
fun, and nurturing environment. As the General Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the
future of our Maplewood location, driving its success, and becoming a trusted part of the
community.
Competitive salary, bonus potential, benefits package, and opportunities for career growth.
When you work somewhere this fun, it doesn’t even feel like a job.
Want to wake up excited to go to work every morning, confident that you’re making a difference while having a blast? You’ve come to the right place. The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages 4 months through 12 years. Programs offer children a Springboard to Life’s Adventures by using movement-based learning and imaginative play to help build the confidence and skills needed at each stage of childhood.
For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and sports prep, plus enjoyable extras like camps, Parentsʼ Survival Nights and Awesome Birthday Bash parties. As a part of The Little Gym team, you will be part of a family dedicated to the growth and development of children all over the globe. We are looking for fun, outgoing, talented individuals who are looking to make a difference in their community. If this sounds like you, check out our open positions!
All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchise, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate.
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