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Hospitality Desk Lead

Midtown Athletic Clubs · Willowbrook, IL

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you led a front desk or customer service team. What did you change for the better?

What they are checking: Whether they have real experience developing and directing a hospitality team, not only working on one.

The posting says members are our marketers. What does that mean to you at the front desk?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that every desk interaction affects word of mouth and member retention.

Tell me about a memorable moment you created for a customer. What made it stick?

What they are checking: Whether they go beyond basic service and can describe a specific, thoughtful gesture.

What would you do

A member walks in upset because their guest was turned away last week. How do you handle it at the desk?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain policy in a positive way while making the member feel heard and respected.

How do you make sure every person who walks in gets a warm welcome, even at a busy check-in rush?

What they are checking: Whether they have practical ways to protect the first impression when the desk is stretched.

One of your desk associates is often on their phone and seems checked out. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can coach and hold a teammate accountable without damaging the relationship.

A new policy is coming that members won't like. How would you prepare your team to explain it?

What they are checking: Whether they can get the team speaking about policy in one clear, positive voice.

How do you build a sense of community among members who come at the same time each week?

What they are checking: Whether they see the desk as a place to connect people, which the posting values highly.

What do you do when the phone is ringing, three members are in line and a tour shows up?

What they are checking: How they prioritize and delegate in a fast-paced club without anyone feeling ignored.

About the work

How would you train a new associate to remember members' names and create personal moments?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach the personal attention the club is built on, not just hope people pick it up.

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The full job description

As published by Midtown Athletic Clubs.

Midtown is looking for a Hospitality Lead who will play a key role in creating a positive experience in every interaction with members and guests. Compensation range of $18 $22/hour. The Position Midtown believes in putting the customer at the center of every decision that we make. Customer Experience is our strategy, and our members are our marketers. But it takes focus to stay on strategy in a fast-paced and dynamic health club environment. As the Hospitality Lead, you will be responsible for developing, directing, and leading our Hospitality Team in delighting our members and guests each day. Your ability to communicate and to bring the team together will be mission critical. You will love this job if: • You are a master of inspiring a sense of community and providing personal attention. • You find immense joy in welcoming individuals who enter the club in a warm and pleasant manner. • You consistently strive to create a lasting first impression. • You thrive in creating memorable moments for members and guests. • You are a relationship builder. You are strong at developing partnerships among your team and bringing people together. • You are well-engaged in policies and procedures and will be able to communicate them in a positive way to members. • You are a leader. You can motivate employees to exhibit our values every day. As Hospitality Lead, you will: • Demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism and optimism while directing the work of associates • Assist with front desk training and holding associates accountable for carrying out defined procedures and behaviors. • Help members with program registration, payment processing, and scheduling services. • Handle check-ins, addressing questions and resolving issues appropriately. • Maintain cleanliness of front desk areas to contribute to an exceptional facility experience. • Contact housekeeping and maintenance departments when a problem is reported. • Answer queries regarding club services and facilities • Implement processes and procedures to ensure consistent delivery of service. • Perform basic bookkeeping, cashiering, filing, and clerical duties. • Assist with inventory of product and supplies. Experience Requirements • Availability to work a flexible schedule (including evenings, weekends, and some holidays) • At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a health club or hospitality environment • Proven ability to hire, train and lead productive service-minded associates • Work gracefully and quickly under pressure • Working knowledge of customer services standards • Great personality that naturally connect with a wide variety of people • Keen memory and delightful sense of humor • Quickly make calculations when handling money • Highly organized and efficient • Excellent communication skills This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department. MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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