Enter the Game!
Activate is a tech company known for creating Canada's first full-scale interactive gaming facility. We are looking to expand our store operations team with the addition of a Store Leader. The Store Leader at Activate works under the direction of the Regional Leader. The Store Leader will be expected to lead and collaborate with their teams in excellent customer experiences. The Store Leader should demonstrate strong leadership, customer service skills, the ability to work well both in a team and individually, and a curiosity for all things tech and gaming-related.
The Duties and Responsibilities:
Store Operations
- Oversee day to day operations including interpreting and communicating company expectations; must be flexible and available to address issues that may arise
- Effective understanding of key performance indicators
- Help maintain brand consistency through positive customer experiences and local event involvement
- Participate in planning meetings to prepare and roll out various training and initiatives
- Perform regular general inspections of front desk and gaming areas
- Perform daily cleaning and maintenance duties in compliance with company standards
Customer Relations
- Create a lasting experience with in-store customers
- Ensure customer satisfaction is a high priority and always top of mind
- Receive and communicate customer suggestions for business process improvement
People Leadership
- Scheduling duties, as required, to ensure peak periods are properly staffed
- Leading in the hiring of new employees and creating a talent pipeline
- Managing performance of employees, including accountability coaching and development
- Training and development of new and current employees
Maintenance and Inventory
- Oversee the day to day maintenance process flow required for the facility
- Ensure scheduled maintenance is coordinated by the Team Lead as needed. Audit Team Lead notes and logs to ensure accuracy
- Audit and own the inventory process flow, managed by the Team Lead for maintenance, merchandise, and vending products
- Provide regular updates to Regional Leader on facility issues
- Assess the gaps and identify the level of training required to enable employees to assess and/or carry out maintenance through coaching and practical experience
- Ensure team is aware of room maintenance and how that impacts operations and customer experience
The Qualifications:
- Demonstrated strengths in collaborative team environments
- Ability to foster strong relationships with customers and employee
- Excellent communication skills, including listening, and oral
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and related software
- Multitasking in both leading teams and operational performance
- Highly organized in managing competing priorities
The Perks:
- Competitive Salary
- Benefits package
- Paid time off
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Successful completion of a criminal record check is a condition of employment for this position.
About Activate:
Taking entertainment into the future by fusing technology and physical activity together to create live-action gaming experiences, Activate is a technology company building interactive gaming facilities with locations across Canada and the US. For more information about Activate, please visit http://playactivate.com/ or check us out on Instagram - @activategames/Facebook @activategames.
Activate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Activate is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation for a protected characteristic, contact [email protected] which is an email monitored for this purpose.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.