Fitness Center Operations Manager

Fit Franchise Brands • Montclair, NJ

72d • $50,000

About The Position

MAX Fitness & Wellness (formerly THE MAX Challenge) is a premier fitness brand known for changing lives through our unique combination of fitness, nutrition, and motivation. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Fitness Center Operations Manager to join our team at our Montclair location. Do you have a passion for helping others live their best lives? Do you enjoy coaching, mentoring, and developing teams? Do you thrive on balancing the big picture with attention to all the small daily details? If you’re thinking “YES!”, then this may be the perfect role for you!

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of hospitality or fitness industry experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a proven ability to motivate teams.
• Excellent customer service skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Understanding of fitness industry trends and best practices.
• Experience implementing sales and marketing strategies to drive growth.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends (occasional on-call availability).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience managing budgets, inventory, and ordering processes.
• Passion for fitness, wellness, and helping others achieve their goals.
• Must have a reliable vehicle for daily commuting between locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, and member experience.
• Ensure every member receives exceptional service and support throughout their fitness journey.
• Drive revenue growth through effective sales, marketing, and community engagement strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with local businesses and organizations to promote the MAX Fitness & Wellness brand.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe facility at all times.
• Collaborate with the MAX Fitness & Wellness corporate team to ensure compliance with brand standards and operational procedures.
• Develop and implement programs that improve member retention and overall satisfaction.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and budgeting efficiently.
• Foster a positive, supportive, and high-performing team culture.

Benefits

• $50,000 base salary + uncapped bonus structure
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Health insurance and two weeks of paid vacation after one year of employment
• Free membership at MAX Fitness & Wellness
• Retail discounts
• Opportunities for advancement based on performance
• Work-life balance: Center hours are Monday–Friday, with limited weekend availability required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level