About this opportunity
Goldfish Swim School - Lacey, WA lists this General Manager opportunity in lacey, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location: Lacey, WA | $80-84k per year | Full-Time | Healthcare Eligible
Benefits:
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
At Goldfish Swim School, we don’t just create confident swimmers — we build an unforgettable experience for every guest who walks through our doors. We’re looking for a General Manager who is energized by teamwork, motivated by improvement, and passionate about creating WOW! moments for families and staff alike.
About the Role
As the General Manager of the location, you’ll be the heartbeat of everything at the facility. Your leadership is key to the Goldfish Swim School community experience. You will directly influence this through:
Leading an incredible team through coaching and mentorship
Being a voice and presence representing Goldfish in our community
Ensuring highest standards of safety and service.
Reporting to the Regional General Manager, this role combines training, organization, leadership, and responsibility.
What We Believe In:
A Collaborative and Supportive Team Culture: You’re not just managing — you’re building up others to shine.
Be Better Every Day: Small improvements, big impact. You’re always learning, growing, and helping others do the same.
Celebrate!: We recognize wins, cheer each other on, and make work joyful.
Deliver Incredible Hospitality: Every interaction should leave a lasting positive impression — for both guests and teammates.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
We work hard, support each other, and have fun doing it. At Goldfish Swim School, we celebrate your growth, your wins, and your unique contributions — and we’re committed to helping you thrive both professionally and personally. Healthcare eligibility begins after 90 days of working 30+ hours/week.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership:
Responsible for fostering a fin-credible culture where employees love to come to work
Conduct regular leadership meetings for your location
Participate in regular regional leadership meetings
End-to-end responsibility for hiring, onboarding, and offboarding
Financial and Operational Responsibilities:
Responsible for the staff schedule, class schedules, and capacity optimization of lesson levels
Responsible for all billing and payroll
Facility Maintenance and Pool Operations Oversight:
Plan school maintenance needs to ensure the overall maintenance and cleanliness of the facility are upheld to the highest standards.
Obtain CPO Certification and assist in pool maintenance tasks as directed by the Aquatics Facility Operator.
Certifications and Availability:
Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification required (Training provided if not currently certified)
Certified Pool Operator Certification required (Training provided if not currently certified)
All certifications must be kept current in accordance with renewal standards
This is a full-time position (40 hrs/week).
Flexible availability is required, including weekdays, evenings and weekend shifts to accommodate for the business need.
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Worksite address
lacey, WA, 98509, US
Who can apply
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