Operations Manager | Pavilion Gardens, Buxton

Permanent, Full Time

Salary  £30,000

This is an ideal role for an individual who is motivated by running their own facility.  Whether for the development of your career or the belief in a worthwhile role, the satisfaction, pride and personal responsibility you gain from such a key role will be important to you.  A key role, a key challenge, a personal experience.

Parkwood Leisure’s facilities and services provide a diverse range of health, fitness, sport, leisure, recreation, entertainment, education and community based activities for our customers and clients.

As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the site, driving commercial success, and maintaining high standards of customer service and safety. This is a key leadership position that requires a proactive, strategic, and hands-on approach

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee all daily functions to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe operations across all areas, including events, food and beverage, and facility management.
• Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and manage the site team, conducting performance reviews and ensuring continuous professional development.
• Financial Performance: Drive income generation, manage budgets, control expenditure, and maximise the financial performance of the operation.
• Customer Experience: Ensure a consistently high level of customer satisfaction and service delivery.
• Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to all health, safety, and legal regulations.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience in a management or operational leadership role, preferably within the leisure, hospitality, or events industry.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience in budget management and revenue generation.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work strategically and operationally, managing multiple priorities effectively.

What can Parkwood Leisure offer you?

• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person

• Employee discount portal

• Company sick pay

• Career Progression and More.

How to Apply

If you feel like you would be successful in this role or are interested to know more, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers that are committed to inclusion and diversity.

If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.