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Gym Manager - Ripon

Employer
Grantley Hall
Location
Ripon, North Yorkshire
Salary
circa £26,000 per annum
Closing date
7 Nov 2018

Job Details

Gym Manager - Grantley Hall, Ripon

Grantley Hall is an exclusive, 5 star luxury hotel and wellness retreat, nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. With 47 exquisite rooms and suites, four exceptional restaurants – ranging from fine dining to Pan-Asian experience dining and three sophisticated bars. The extensive development has also included the introduction of a tranquil spa and pioneering gym and ELITE performance centre, alongside a stunning events pavilion that seats up to 180 guests with a unique and glamorous champagne and cocktail bar.

Grantley Hall aims to be a leading UK luxury hotel and wellness retreat, bringing a touch of vibrant city centre style to the Yorkshire countryside. We will create a long-lasting legacy that celebrates the rich heritage and history of Grantley Hall. Offering a distinctly different and diverse range of experiences and exceptional customer service, and combined with the  warmth of our welcome, and relaxed Yorkshire charm we aim to create memorable moments for our guests to cherish and a magical place for our friends and colleagues to work. 

Magical | Respectful | Innovative | Passionate | Consistent

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Gym Manager to be part of a new chapter and lead our Elite Performance Facility.  

Benefits  

31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with service, Simply Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistant Line, discounts with some fantastic Yorkshire attractions access to our Grantley Gateway reward, recognition and wellbeing platform

Purpose of the role: 

  • To suport the operational management of the Elite gym. 
  • To provide standards of product, service and hygiene commensurable with expected standards at a five star international resort.
  • To deliver performance enhancing techniques, products and packages using the facilities provided.
  • To deliver effective leadership & management of the Elite Performance Facility.

Outline of Duties

  • Reporting to the Director of Elite and Spa, you will support the operational management  of the Elite gym
  • You will support Elite activity linked to sales, marketing, and promotional activity.
  • You will ensure standards are maintained through daily walk arounds, maintenance checks and reports.
  • You will be able to effectively lead and motivate the team, ensuring all are fully trained, engaged and developing within the business
  • You will have a clear understanding of the health and safety policies in line with the systems.
  • You will deliver an effective Membership strategy as outlined in the annual budget.
  • You will have the ability to design, implement and deliver products and packages expected of such a facility.
  • You will be able to assist in developing a sales and marketing strategy focusing on developing and delivering corporate wellness programmes, amateur athletes and professional wellness.
  • You can demonstrate you are able to provide an excellent understanding of sports and exercise science and demonstrate a high level of preparation before meeting clients.
  • Previous experience of delivering performance and lifestyle analysis, advice and designing individual programmes based on data from performance monitoring systems.
  • Use of specialist equipment including whole body cryotherapy, medistream aqua massage, underwater treadmill, altitude training facilities, VO2 Max testing equipment.
  • Educate and advise clients on areas such as heart rate monitoring, recovery techniques, hydration strategies, overtraining and acclimatisation. 
  • To have a comprehensive understanding of plant and plant room requirements.
  • You will be prepared to take on extra responsibilities and to cover for the Director of Elite Performance as and when required.
  • To live the Grantley Hall Values everyday day without compromise

Competencies

  • Strong operational, technical, financial and commercial awareness
  • Ability to analyse sales figures and report weekly/monthly
  • Sound understanding of profit and loss
  • Degree in Sports Science or equivalene
  • Sports specific professional accreditation 
  • REPs level 3 or above or equivalent 
  • Proven experience of working with rehabilitation and performance equipment
  • Pool and plant training
  • First Aid

Company

Nestled in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales between Ripon and Harrogate, and only a stone’s throw away from the World Heritage Site of Fountains Abbey, you will find the enchanting retreat that is Grantley Hall. The Grade II* listed mansion house is currently benefitting from a multi-million pound makeover creating a stunning, five star, luxury country house hotel and spa, combined with an extensive range of exquisite restaurants and bars and introducing an ELITE performance centre which will offer an unrivalled range of facilities and equipment across the United Kingdom.

The restoration of Grantley Hall will restore the main house back to its original 17th Century glory alongside two new buildings which will offer modern and stylish accommodation and public areas. The hotel will offer 47 opulent rooms and suites, four exquisite restaurants – ranging from signature fine dining to elaborate Pan-Asian cuisine and three sophisticated bars, including a late-night champagne and cocktail bar with live entertainment. A private events suite is also being created which will offer a fabulous venue for weddings and corporate events.

The private grounds will offer a magical setting for all guests; from the landscaped formal gardens with its’ bespoke sculptures and water features to the English Heritage listed Japanese Garden, there are quiet spaces and far reaching views for all to enjoy.

The quality of the hotel will be matched only by the service levels which will inspire and delight at every touch. We look forward to welcoming our guests and friends to enjoy the Grantley Hall Experience.

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