Managers From Retail or Hospitality? This Could Be for You

Assistant General Manager – Premium Fitness & Wellness Club, RotterdamLocation: Rotterdam, NetherlandsSalary: €40,000 – €45,000 per year (€3,333 – €3,750 per month)Contract Type: Full-timeIf you’ve built your career in hospitality, leisure, or nightlife and are now looking for a more balanced, purposeful environment — this could be your next big step.This is an exceptional opportunity to move your operational and people leadership skills into the premium fitness and wellness industry, joining one of the most distinctive clubs in the Netherlands. With over 5,000 members — mainly city professionals and corporate clients — this club blends luxury, atmosphere, and community in equal measure.As Assistant General Manager, you’ll bring your passion for service, team culture, and guest experience into a new setting where wellbeing and performance go hand in hand. You’ll oversee day-to-day operations, motivate a large front-of-house team, and help shape the member experience from the moment they walk through the door.If you know how to lead from the front, build high-performing teams, and create an unforgettable experience — your background in hotels, restaurants, or clubs could be exactly what this role needs.What You’ll Be DoingLeading and supporting front-of-house operations, including reception and duty managementCoaching and managing a team of 10+ reception staff and 6–7 duty managersEstablishing operational consistency through rotas, reporting, and communicationOverseeing club presentation, member engagement, and service deliveryCollaborating with department heads and supporting the General Manager across all areasImproving member satisfaction (target: 85%+) through structure, consistency, and team motivationActing as Duty Manager for 2–4 shifts per week, including one weekend dayAbout the ClubPremium fitness and wellness club set across four levels within a nine-storey buildingOver 5,000 members — primarily professionals and corporatesFacilities include a full gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and studiosA fast-paced, high-energy environment where presentation and service excellence are keyThe building dates back to the 1970s, offering character and complexity that require attention to detail in maintenance and operationsAbout YouOperational management experience from hospitality, leisure, or nightlife environmentsStrong people management and guest experience backgroundHands-on leader who thrives in energetic, high-traffic settingsOrganised, structured, and confident managing teams and facilitiesMotivated to move into the fitness and wellness industry and grow into a General Manager positionNaturally service-driven, with a genuine interest in helping people feel their bestWhat’s IncludedSalary: €40,000 – €45,000 per yearHigh-impact leadership position within a flagship clubClear development path toward General ManagementComplimentary club membership and additional benefitsOpportunity to transfer your hospitality or leisure expertise into a thriving, future-focused industryIf you’re an experienced operator ready to bring your hospitality passion into the world of fitness and wellness — this is your chance to make that transition with impact.This role is being managed by Abhi Lakhina, Managing Director at Love Recruitment International.Love Recruitment International is a global recruitment agency connecting outstanding talent with premium opportunities across the fitness, wellness, and lifestyle sectors in Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.