What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Front Desk Manager position at Down Under School of Yoga?
- Wellesley and Newton, MA | Hourly Role
Down Under School of Yoga is seeking warm, self-motivated individuals to join our Front of House team as part-time Desk Managers at our Newton and Wellesley locations. If you're someone with previous management and sales experience who thrives in a fast-paced, people-centered environment — and you’re passionate about yoga, wellness, and building community — we’d love to hear from you.
✎ To apply, please submit your resume and a short cover letter sharing what yoga means to you, any experience you've had with Down Under, and why this role excites you.
What You’ll Be Doing As a Front Desk Manager, you’ll help ensure the studio opens and closes with care, calm, and connection. You'll:
- Greet and support students with warmth and professionalism
- Handle check-ins efficiently during high-traffic times
- Manage communications — in-person, email, and phone — with clarity and care
- Maintain studio cleanliness and readiness (props, tech/AV, wellness supplies)
- Support class attendance and community engagement
- Guide students toward the right memberships, class packs, and programs
- Collaborate with teachers to ensure a welcoming experience for all
You’re a Great Fit If You...
- Can work consistent early mornings (6–9am) or evenings (6–8pm)
- Have weekend availability (a major plus!)
- Thrive in high-touch service environments and enjoy connecting with people
- Have experience with MindBody Online, Google Docs/Sheets/Forms, and Apple products
- Communicate clearly and write with warmth and professionalism
- Are detail-oriented and reliable when it comes to tech, props, and studio setup
- Are open to feedback and interested in personal and professional growth
- Have a personal connection to yoga and an appreciation for Down Under’s mission
Why Work With Us
Down Under is more than New England’s premier yoga school - it’s a movement.With seven studios across Greater Boston, a rich virtual platform, wellness centers, and leading teacher trainings — our mission is simple: To give comfort, inspire reflection, and ignite movement.
We’re proudly local, woman-founded, and leading the way in equity, teacher leadership, and redefining what it means to be a wellness business in 2025.
- Nationally recognized as a disruptor in the yoga/fitness space
- Seven vibrant studio locations and a robust virtual platform
- Home to top-tier teachers, wellness experts, and Ayurvedic practitioners
- A tight-knit management team rooted in authenticity, creativity, and growth
- Committed to inclusion, equity, and fair compensation for all
Perks & Benefits
- Free Yoga Membership to all Down Under locations (with consistent shifts)
- Discounts on food/beverage at Life Alive Organic Café
- Reduced pricing on teacher trainings, massage, and wellness services
- Opportunity for growth and internal promotion within our expanding company
Down Under School of Yoga is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17