General Manager

Goldfish Swim School - Danvers • Danvers, MA

25d • $70,000 - $72,000 • Onsite

About The Position

A great General Manager does more than run operations. They build culture, develop leaders, drive accountability, and create an exceptional experience for families and staff. This role requires someone who can balance people, performance, systems, and service while leading with integrity and ownership. This role is not for someone looking to simply manage shifts. We are looking for leaders who develop people, solve problems proactively, and elevate the culture around them.

Requirements

• 3+ years of leadership or management experience preferred
• Strong communication and coaching skills
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment
• Able to balance leadership, operational execution, customer experience, and team development in a fast-paced environment.
• Aquatics experience preferred
• Leadership and value alignment are critical
• Must attain Lifeguard certification, Goldfish Swim Instructor certification, and CPO within 90 Days of employment

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a positive, accountable culture
• Coach and develop future leaders
• Lead with professionalism, consistency, and ownership
• Align the team around school goals and expectations
• Hire, onboard, and train high-quality staff
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, payroll, and customer experience
• Ensure all safety and operational standards are executed consistently
• Maintain strong execution of Goldfish systems
• Manage facility and vendor needs proactively
• Support enrollment growth and retention goals
• Coach sales and service conversations
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community
• Partner on marketing and operational initiatives

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed