05th August, 2025
Position Title: Customer Service Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Paddington, NSW
Reports to: General Manager
Ordinary Hours of Work: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work as required)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, people-focused Customer Service Manager to lead the front-of-house function at our vibrant Paddington-based fitness studio. This is a dynamic, full-time role that combines leadership, operations, and customer experience in a fast-paced, community-driven environment.
As the first point of contact for hundreds of members daily, you will be responsible for managing a small reception team, overseeing day-to-day operations, enhancing member engagement, and contributing to broader studio goals as part of the Heads of Department team.
This role requires a balance of hospitality, operational excellence, and empathetic leadership, with performance metrics linked to class attendance, member engagement, and cancellations.
Key Responsibilities 1. Front-of-House & Member Experience
- Deliver a professional, welcoming experience to all members and guests
- Personally greet up to 200 clients each morning, with strong name and background recall
- Onboard new clients with studio tours and class guidance
- Handle all reception tasks including bookings, check-ins, payments, and account updates
- Manage guest bookings and profile creation
- Maintain reception cleanliness, orderliness, and "world-class" presentation
- Create music playlists suited to class energy
- Ensure studio readiness across lighting, air-con, towel supply, spin shoe storage, and security
- Confidently manage ad hoc challenges, including children and pets at reception
2. Leadership & Team Management - Lead and manage a small casual reception team, including training and mentoring
- Build and maintain the monthly reception roster to ensure seamless operations
- Set service expectations, provide feedback, and support performance development
- Represent the front desk team in HOD meetings and collaborative initiatives
- Support the studio with private or group sessions as needed (if qualified)
3. Operations & Systems - Own and maintain front desk systems and daily workflows
- Support team members across departments with general studio operations
- Troubleshoot technical or procedural issues, including after-hours communication
- Maintain accuracy in client and trainer records using Mindbody Online (MBO)
- Process trainer appointments and ensure payment accuracy when client accounts are incomplete
4. Accounts & Client Management - Be the point of contact for client account and payment queries
- Manage the full membership cancellation process empathetically and efficiently
- Maintain an overdue rate of <1% by following up on declined payments
- Report on key metrics weekly: cancellations, suspensions, payment issues
- Reactivate client accounts and follow up on inactive PT packs or suspensions
- Resolve client complaints and issues with professionalism and care
5. Sales & Retention - Assist in lead management, membership sales, and conversion
- Educate members on the right membership plans and benefits
- Support the Sales Manager in achieving monthly KPIs
- Actively contribute to retention strategies and maintain strong member relationships
6. Logistics, Inventory & Admin - Manage reception inventory including hygiene supplies, towels, and admin tools
- Oversee towel logistics (ordering, deliveries, stock)
- Respond promptly to missed calls, voicemails, and texts
- Ensure that administrative tasks are completed accurately and on time
Required Skills & Attributes - Proven experience in customer service and team leadership
- Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Calm and solutions-focused approach to conflict and problem solving
- Experience using booking/membership software (e.g. Mindbody Online) preferred
- Passion for health, wellness, and creating exceptional member experiences
- Flexibility to occasionally work weekends or outside rostered hours
KPIs & Performance Areas - Class attendance metrics
- Member engagement and satisfaction
- Cancellation rate and membership retention
- Front desk team performance
- Contribution to wider HOD initiatives
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