General Manager at Dance Studio
TranscenDance Studios TranscenDance Studios Oak Park, IL Oak Park, IL Full-time Full-time $22 - $25 an hour $22 - $25 an hour 4 days ago 4 days ago 4 days ago This position is perfect for an experienced manager in the field of youth programming, who is logistical-minded and looking for an opportunity to grow with our company.
JOB TITLE:
General Manager JOB LOCATION:
TranscenDance Studios, 120 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Full-time (32-40 hours a week) beginning immediately with a period of on-the-job training.
COMPENSATION:
Starting pay is $22-25 an hour.
Alternative pay rate offered for any dance teaching hours if also employed with substitute capabilities.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K employer matching, paid sick leave, flexible hours on studio off-weeks (approximately 6-7 weeks per year:
Spring Break, Spring-Summer Session Break, Summer-Fall Session Break, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break), studio rental perks COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS:
Employee vaccination is mandatory due to working with young children.
Masking requirements are determined by community metrics.
REPORTING:
This position reports to the Owner and manages the administrative team and instructor team.
EMPLOYMENT
Summary:
Dance studio in Oak Park is looking to fill a full-time, General Manager position.
This role has strong potential for advancement.
A typical weekday for this position begins at 1:
00pm with office work before afternoon employees and customers arrive.
This might include reviewing staffing schedules for an upcoming event, running payroll, preparing documentation for employee performance reviews, scheduling facility repairs with contractors, or improving standard operating procedures.
Administrative staff arrive between 2:
00-3:
00pm, at which time the GM may hold meetings with specific department heads and delegate daily tasks.
Customers arrive for classes between 3:
30pm and 8:
30pm.
This time is spent ensuring standard operating procedures are being carried out appropriately, resolving any elevated issues, or providing backup assistance to members of the administrative team or teaching team.
The evening may finish by touching base with the Owner on the day's projects and ensuring the administrative staff is prepared to accurately close the facilities after the GM's departure.
CORE
Responsibilities:
1.
Operations Oversee all aspects of the studio's operations, ensuring efficient and effective functioning Develop and implement studio policies and procedures to enhance productivity and quality Ensure compliance with TDS standard operating procedures Ensure administrative and instructor deadlines are met Oversee and ensure fulfillment of all daily tasks and administrative special initiatives (Student Class Level Recommendations, Competitive Team Invitations, registration processing during times of high volume, etc.
) Direct and oversee implementation of the Emergency Action Plan and all safety procedures.
Train all staff on the TDS EAP.
Manage payroll and benefits Coordinate with department heads to meet the studio's goals in marketing, sales, dance programming, and other areas 2.
Staffing & Employee Management Recruit, hire, train, and supervise studio administrative, reception, instructor, and substitute instructor staff Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting TranscenDance Studios core values Maintain a high level of employee satisfaction Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for staff development Coordinate staff schedules and shift trades, ensuring adequate coverage for classes, rentals, events (team, community, recital, etc.
), and administrative tasks Manage staff facility access 3.
Facility Scheduling Coordinate scheduling of classes, rehearsals, private lessons, additional routines, and events, optimizing studio capacity and resources Work with Special Event Coordinator for studio special event scheduling Work with Rental Coordinator for rental event scheduling Work with Team Program Business Manager for rehearsal, additional routine, and performance scheduling 4.
Customer Service & Relationship Management Provide exceptional customer service, addressing elevated inquiries, concerns, and feedback from students, parents, and visitors Conduct regular evaluations of customer satisfaction and implement improvement plans as needed Build positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents, and the dance community Represent the studio at community events, competitions, and industry conferences to build relationships and promote the studio's brand 5.
Facility Management Maintain studio facilities, equipment, and resources, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met Coordinate maintenance needs with contractors Recommend to the owner necessary capital equipment and major repairs, and be involved in the competitive bidding process Interior & Exterior Presentation Oversight Communicate issues, schedule repairs, and pay bills for maintenance services, utilities, and systems 6.
Event Management and Oversight Recital In-studio events Community events Team events SHIFT
Summary:
Hired employee will work 5 days a week and may be scheduled on a varying combination of weekday and weekend days.
Schedules are typically established and remain the same for the session - Fall-Spring Session (August-June) and Summer Session (June-August).
This position will need to work special event weekends as necessary.
A sample schedule might be:
Monday-Friday 1:
00-9:
00pm (Friday flexible ending time per events) OR Sunday 9:
30am-5:
30pm, Monday-Thursday 1:
00-9:
00pm
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Arts Management, or a related field Previous experience in a managerial role, preferably in youth programming, performing arts, dance, or fitness industry (2 year minimum) Background in dance required (5 year minimum) Experience managing a team of direct reports (2 year minimum) Applicants must submit to and pass a background check for working with children Reliable mode of transportation enabling dependable timeliness required JOB REQUIREMENTS:
A love for dance and children Knowledge of dance industry trends, techniques, and best practices Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively Strong attention to written and numeric detail Outstanding customer service and communication skills Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use the following programs:
Asana (task management, similar to Monday, Trello, etc.
) Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Gmail) Apple iWork (Pages, Numbers) PicMonkey (graphic design, similar to Canva) Constant Contact (email marketing) Familiarity with iMovie or Final Cut Pro (video editing) a plus Familiarity with GarageBand (music editing) a plus Join our passionate team and contribute to the growth and success of our renowned dance studio.
If you have a strong background in dance, combined with exceptional management skills, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your career as a General Manager in the exciting world of dance! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
TO APPLY, PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
Name Address Phone Email Cover letter Resume Current employment and recent employment history Potential conflicts 3 references Thank you! ----- Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.
00 - $25.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience level:
2 years Shift:
8 hour shift Evening shift Weekly day range:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate:
Oak Park, IL 60302:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Customer service:
1 year (Preferred) Management:
2 years (Required) Dance:
5 years (Required) Team management:
2 years (Required) Work Location:
In person Oversee all aspects of the studio's operations, ensuring efficient and effective functioning Develop and implement studio policies and procedures to enhance productivity and quality Ensure compliance with TDS standard operating procedures Ensure administrative and instructor deadlines are met Oversee and ensure fulfillment of all daily tasks and administrative special initiatives (Student Class Level Recommendations, Competitive Team Invitations, registration processing during times of high volume, etc.
) Direct and oversee implementation of the Emergency Action Plan and all safety procedures.
Train all staff on the TDS EAP.
Manage payroll and benefits Coordinate with department heads to meet the studio's goals in marketing, sales, dance programming, and other areas Recruit, hire, train, and supervise studio administrative, reception, instructor, and substitute instructor staff Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting TranscenDance Studios core values Maintain a high level of employee satisfaction Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for staff development Coordinate staff schedules and shift trades, ensuring adequate coverage for classes, rentals, events (team, community, recital, etc.
), and administrative tasks Manage staff facility access Coordinate scheduling of classes, rehearsals, private lessons, additional routines, and events, optimizing studio capacity and resources Work with Special Event Coordinator for studio special event scheduling Work with Rental Coordinator for rental event scheduling Work with Team Program Business Manager for rehearsal, additional routine, and performance scheduling Provide exceptional customer service, addressing elevated inquiries, concerns, and feedback from students, parents, and visitors Conduct regular evaluations of customer satisfaction and implement improvement plans as needed Build positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents, and the dance community Represent the studio at community events, competitions, and industry conferences to build relationships and promote the studio's brand Maintain studio facilities, equipment, and resources, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met Coordinate maintenance needs with contractors Recommend to the owner necessary capital equipment and major repairs, and be involved in the competitive bidding process Interior & Exterior Presentation Oversight Communicate issues, schedule repairs, and pay bills for maintenance services, utilities, and systems Recital In-studio events Community events Team events Monday-Friday 1:
00-9:
00pm (Friday flexible ending time per events) Sunday 9:
30am-5:
30pm, Monday-Thursday 1:
00-9:
00pm Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Arts Management, or a related field Previous experience in a managerial role, preferably in youth programming, performing arts, dance, or fitness industry (2 year minimum) Background in dance required (5 year minimum) Experience managing a team of direct reports (2 year minimum) Applicants must submit to and pass a background check for working with children Reliable mode of transportation enabling dependable timeliness required A love for dance and children Knowledge of dance industry trends, techniques, and best practices Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively Strong attention to written and numeric detail Outstanding customer service and communication skills Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use the following programs:
Asana (task management, similar to Monday, Trello, etc.
) Name Address Phone Email Cover letter Resume Current employment and recent employment history Potential conflicts 3 references 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 2 years 8 hour shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Oak Park, IL 60302:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Bachelor's (Required) Customer service:
1 year (Preferred) Management:
2 years (Required) Dance:
5 years (Required) Team management:
2 years (Required).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
JOB TITLE:
General Manager JOB LOCATION:
TranscenDance Studios, 120 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Full-time (32-40 hours a week) beginning immediately with a period of on-the-job training.
COMPENSATION:
Starting pay is $22-25 an hour.
Alternative pay rate offered for any dance teaching hours if also employed with substitute capabilities.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K employer matching, paid sick leave, flexible hours on studio off-weeks (approximately 6-7 weeks per year:
Spring Break, Spring-Summer Session Break, Summer-Fall Session Break, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break), studio rental perks COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS:
Employee vaccination is mandatory due to working with young children.
Masking requirements are determined by community metrics.
REPORTING:
This position reports to the Owner and manages the administrative team and instructor team.
EMPLOYMENT
Summary:
Dance studio in Oak Park is looking to fill a full-time, General Manager position.
This role has strong potential for advancement.
A typical weekday for this position begins at 1:
00pm with office work before afternoon employees and customers arrive.
This might include reviewing staffing schedules for an upcoming event, running payroll, preparing documentation for employee performance reviews, scheduling facility repairs with contractors, or improving standard operating procedures.
Administrative staff arrive between 2:
00-3:
00pm, at which time the GM may hold meetings with specific department heads and delegate daily tasks.
Customers arrive for classes between 3:
30pm and 8:
30pm.
This time is spent ensuring standard operating procedures are being carried out appropriately, resolving any elevated issues, or providing backup assistance to members of the administrative team or teaching team.
The evening may finish by touching base with the Owner on the day's projects and ensuring the administrative staff is prepared to accurately close the facilities after the GM's departure.
CORE
Responsibilities:
1.
Operations Oversee all aspects of the studio's operations, ensuring efficient and effective functioning Develop and implement studio policies and procedures to enhance productivity and quality Ensure compliance with TDS standard operating procedures Ensure administrative and instructor deadlines are met Oversee and ensure fulfillment of all daily tasks and administrative special initiatives (Student Class Level Recommendations, Competitive Team Invitations, registration processing during times of high volume, etc.
) Direct and oversee implementation of the Emergency Action Plan and all safety procedures.
Train all staff on the TDS EAP.
Manage payroll and benefits Coordinate with department heads to meet the studio's goals in marketing, sales, dance programming, and other areas 2.
Staffing & Employee Management Recruit, hire, train, and supervise studio administrative, reception, instructor, and substitute instructor staff Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting TranscenDance Studios core values Maintain a high level of employee satisfaction Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for staff development Coordinate staff schedules and shift trades, ensuring adequate coverage for classes, rentals, events (team, community, recital, etc.
), and administrative tasks Manage staff facility access 3.
Facility Scheduling Coordinate scheduling of classes, rehearsals, private lessons, additional routines, and events, optimizing studio capacity and resources Work with Special Event Coordinator for studio special event scheduling Work with Rental Coordinator for rental event scheduling Work with Team Program Business Manager for rehearsal, additional routine, and performance scheduling 4.
Customer Service & Relationship Management Provide exceptional customer service, addressing elevated inquiries, concerns, and feedback from students, parents, and visitors Conduct regular evaluations of customer satisfaction and implement improvement plans as needed Build positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents, and the dance community Represent the studio at community events, competitions, and industry conferences to build relationships and promote the studio's brand 5.
Facility Management Maintain studio facilities, equipment, and resources, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met Coordinate maintenance needs with contractors Recommend to the owner necessary capital equipment and major repairs, and be involved in the competitive bidding process Interior & Exterior Presentation Oversight Communicate issues, schedule repairs, and pay bills for maintenance services, utilities, and systems 6.
Event Management and Oversight Recital In-studio events Community events Team events SHIFT
Summary:
Hired employee will work 5 days a week and may be scheduled on a varying combination of weekday and weekend days.
Schedules are typically established and remain the same for the session - Fall-Spring Session (August-June) and Summer Session (June-August).
This position will need to work special event weekends as necessary.
A sample schedule might be:
Monday-Friday 1:
00-9:
00pm (Friday flexible ending time per events) OR Sunday 9:
30am-5:
30pm, Monday-Thursday 1:
00-9:
00pm
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Arts Management, or a related field Previous experience in a managerial role, preferably in youth programming, performing arts, dance, or fitness industry (2 year minimum) Background in dance required (5 year minimum) Experience managing a team of direct reports (2 year minimum) Applicants must submit to and pass a background check for working with children Reliable mode of transportation enabling dependable timeliness required JOB REQUIREMENTS:
A love for dance and children Knowledge of dance industry trends, techniques, and best practices Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively Strong attention to written and numeric detail Outstanding customer service and communication skills Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use the following programs:
Asana (task management, similar to Monday, Trello, etc.
) Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Gmail) Apple iWork (Pages, Numbers) PicMonkey (graphic design, similar to Canva) Constant Contact (email marketing) Familiarity with iMovie or Final Cut Pro (video editing) a plus Familiarity with GarageBand (music editing) a plus Join our passionate team and contribute to the growth and success of our renowned dance studio.
If you have a strong background in dance, combined with exceptional management skills, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your career as a General Manager in the exciting world of dance! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
TO APPLY, PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
Name Address Phone Email Cover letter Resume Current employment and recent employment history Potential conflicts 3 references Thank you! ----- Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.
00 - $25.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience level:
2 years Shift:
8 hour shift Evening shift Weekly day range:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate:
Oak Park, IL 60302:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Customer service:
1 year (Preferred) Management:
2 years (Required) Dance:
5 years (Required) Team management:
2 years (Required) Work Location:
In person Oversee all aspects of the studio's operations, ensuring efficient and effective functioning Develop and implement studio policies and procedures to enhance productivity and quality Ensure compliance with TDS standard operating procedures Ensure administrative and instructor deadlines are met Oversee and ensure fulfillment of all daily tasks and administrative special initiatives (Student Class Level Recommendations, Competitive Team Invitations, registration processing during times of high volume, etc.
) Direct and oversee implementation of the Emergency Action Plan and all safety procedures.
Train all staff on the TDS EAP.
Manage payroll and benefits Coordinate with department heads to meet the studio's goals in marketing, sales, dance programming, and other areas Recruit, hire, train, and supervise studio administrative, reception, instructor, and substitute instructor staff Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting TranscenDance Studios core values Maintain a high level of employee satisfaction Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for staff development Coordinate staff schedules and shift trades, ensuring adequate coverage for classes, rentals, events (team, community, recital, etc.
), and administrative tasks Manage staff facility access Coordinate scheduling of classes, rehearsals, private lessons, additional routines, and events, optimizing studio capacity and resources Work with Special Event Coordinator for studio special event scheduling Work with Rental Coordinator for rental event scheduling Work with Team Program Business Manager for rehearsal, additional routine, and performance scheduling Provide exceptional customer service, addressing elevated inquiries, concerns, and feedback from students, parents, and visitors Conduct regular evaluations of customer satisfaction and implement improvement plans as needed Build positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents, and the dance community Represent the studio at community events, competitions, and industry conferences to build relationships and promote the studio's brand Maintain studio facilities, equipment, and resources, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met Coordinate maintenance needs with contractors Recommend to the owner necessary capital equipment and major repairs, and be involved in the competitive bidding process Interior & Exterior Presentation Oversight Communicate issues, schedule repairs, and pay bills for maintenance services, utilities, and systems Recital In-studio events Community events Team events Monday-Friday 1:
00-9:
00pm (Friday flexible ending time per events) Sunday 9:
30am-5:
30pm, Monday-Thursday 1:
00-9:
00pm Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Arts Management, or a related field Previous experience in a managerial role, preferably in youth programming, performing arts, dance, or fitness industry (2 year minimum) Background in dance required (5 year minimum) Experience managing a team of direct reports (2 year minimum) Applicants must submit to and pass a background check for working with children Reliable mode of transportation enabling dependable timeliness required A love for dance and children Knowledge of dance industry trends, techniques, and best practices Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively Strong attention to written and numeric detail Outstanding customer service and communication skills Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use the following programs:
Asana (task management, similar to Monday, Trello, etc.
) Name Address Phone Email Cover letter Resume Current employment and recent employment history Potential conflicts 3 references 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 2 years 8 hour shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Oak Park, IL 60302:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Bachelor's (Required) Customer service:
1 year (Preferred) Management:
2 years (Required) Dance:
5 years (Required) Team management:
2 years (Required).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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