Operations Supervisor

OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR- Gallagher Ice Rink at Gallagher Way

Sports Facilities Management, LLC

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO: OPERATIONS MANAGER

STATUS: PART-TIME (NON-EXEMPT)

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Gallagher Ice Rink at Gallagher Way is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Chicago, IL. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth.

Gallagher Ice Rink at Gallagher Way is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.

SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Operations Supervisor for the ice arena is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring the facility runs smoothly, and providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all patrons. This role involves managing staff, coordinating events, maintaining equipment, and addressing any issues that arise.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Provide courteous and friendly service to all guests and staff
• Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the ice arena, including ice maintenance, scheduling, and facility management
• Ensure the ice surface is properly maintained, including resurfacing, checking for quality, and addressing any issues promptly
• Assist in overseeing the setup and teardown of events, including hockey games, public skating sessions, and private rentals
• Assist in managing inventory of ice arena supplies, including ice maintenance materials, concession items, and equipment
• Be responsive to guest concerns and direct to appropriate manager to resolve
• Enforce facility policies and procedures
• Have general knowledge regarding program options and facility events
• Assist other departments as necessary
• Ensure correct equipment is available for all games
• Monitor ice operations
• Respond to all incidents, accidents, injuries, and altercations as needed
• Complete and file corresponding paperwork as necessary
• Assist with daily maintenance and upkeep of department equipment
• Assigning duties to staff during shifts
• Inspect equipment and communicate the need for repairs or replacements to management
• Ensure health and safety standards are followed
• Responsible for opening and closing of facilities
• Communicate to management on event set and breakdown
• Complete special projects, daily assignments, and other duties as directed by management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work with a wide variety of ages from preschool through adult
• Knowledge of ice maintenance and rink operations is highly desirable
• Proven experience in facility management, preferably in an ice arena or similar environment
• Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays, and long hours) and regular attendance is necessary
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to maintain focus in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Must have excellent guest service skills
• Must be detail-oriented and have outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to remain calm and focused in difficult and stressful situations
• Must be respectful and friendly to our athletes, guests, visitors, spectators, leaders, and fellow team members
• Must work well with others
• Commitment to the safety and wellbeing of others
• Must possess a valid drivers license

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist high
• Work is performed in an ice arena environment, which includes cold temperatures and varying noise levels
• May involve exposure to ice resurfacing equipment and other machinery
• Will be required to stand for extended periods of time
• Will be required to work indoors and outdoors year-round
• Must be able to work independently in a busy environment
• Must comply with safety and health code standards
• Facility has intermittent noise