General Manager KidStrong Fuquay Varina

KidStrong Fuquay-Varina•Fuquay-Varina, NC

19h•Onsite

About The Position

KidStrong is seeking an energetic, business-minded General Manager to lead its Fuquay-Varina child development training center. KidStrong combines movement, coaching, and character development to help children build skills and confidence. The General Manager leads the center’s team, member experience, growth, and daily operations, while helping create a positive environment for children, families, and employees. The position is full-time and on-site, with weekday, evening, and weekend responsibilities. Typical shifts are 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. on weekdays and 8:45 a.m.–5:45 p.m. on weekends. Designated days off are provided, but weekend availability and schedule flexibility are required. The manager also coaches approximately 3–5 classes per week and may need to demonstrate movements, remain active throughout the day, and lift up to 75 pounds. The advertised starting base salary is $50,000 or more, based on experience. Performance bonuses are tied to measurable center results, with a stated potential of up to $600 per month and a $5,000 annual payout cap. The posting also gives anticipated annual compensation of $50,000–$65,000 depending on experience, starting salary, and earned bonuses, and lists compensation of $50,000–$55,000 per year. KidStrong describes itself as a private child development training center focused on brain, physical, and character development for children from walking age through 11 years old. Its science-based, parent-focused curriculum is taught by professionals. This franchise is independently owned and operated; hiring decisions are made by the franchisee.

Requirements

At least 2–5 years of leadership experience in management, sales, customer service, or operations.
Enjoy coaching and developing people.
Comfort working toward sales and performance goals.
Confident communication with families, employees, and community partners.
Energy, accountability, organization, and sound judgment.
Ability to balance business needs with an exceptional member experience.
Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, and EpiPen administration; these may be completed after hire.
Comfort remaining active and engaged throughout the day, demonstrating movements, and coaching children.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds when needed.
Weekend availability and schedule flexibility.

Nice To Haves

Experience in youth programming, boutique fitness, education, athletics, hospitality, childcare, or a similar service-based business.

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing team.
Create a positive, energetic experience for children, families, and employees.
Drive sales, membership growth, retention, and community engagement.
Manage center performance using operating and financial goals.
Build relationships with current and prospective families.
Maintain class quality, scheduling, staffing, and facility standards.
Coach approximately 3–5 classes per week.
Partner with regional leadership to identify opportunities and solve problems.
Step in wherever needed with a hands-on, ownership mindset.
Support the center and team through weekday, evening, and weekend responsibilities.