Benefits:

Listed pay includes $50k base plus bonus depending on performance

Flexible shifts

Program discounts for your family

Paid Paternity Leave and 401K retirement plan

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

About the Role

We’re looking for a high-energy, organized leader to run our Lil’ Kickers youth soccer program and birthday party business at Sawmill Sports Hub in Chicago. This is a full-time role for someone who enjoys working with kids, leading a team, and creating a great experience for families.

No soccer experience required. This could be a great fit for someone from coaching, camps, schools, parks and rec, events, hospitality, or customer service.

This position’s primary duty is the management and growth of the Lil’ Kickers program and birthday party operations, with a focus on staff supervision, business performance, and customer experience. This role is responsible for the overall management, performance, and strategic growth of both business lines, including staff leadership, operational oversight, and revenue generation.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Business Management

Own scheduling, registration, and performance outcomes

Monitor KPIs and implement improvements

Drive revenue growth across both business lines

Leadership & Staff Management

Supervise and develop staff

Create schedules and ensure proper coverage

Provide coaching and performance feedback

Interview, hire, onboard, train, and develop staff

Sales, Outreach & Marketing

Generate and convert leads

Build community partnerships

Collaborate with marketing efforts

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in youth programming, sports management, recreation, or event operations

Experience in a leadership role with staff supervision and accountability

Proven experience in customer service, sales, or program growth

Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Ability to lead teams and manage multiple operational priorities

Entrepreneurial, results-oriented mindset

Schedule includes some evenings and weekends based upon class and party schedule

Physical Requirements

Ability to move throughout the facility to supervise staff, programs, and events, including standing and walking for extended periods

Ability to occasionally lift or move equipment up to 50 pounds as needed to support operations

About the Company

Designed to serve the diverse needs of youth and adult athletes, Sawmill Sports Hub is a premier indoor sports complex in DuPage County welcoming everyone from recreational players and families to competitive athletes pursuing elite performance across Chicagoland. In addition to our athletic programming, we also offer flexible event space, providing a customizable venue for everything from casual gatherings to fully planned celebrations.