Car Wash Site Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Site Manager — Sparkle Express Car Wash.

East Peoria, IL.
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Lead the Site. Shape the Culture. Deliver the Sparkle Standard.
At Sparkle Express, our Site Managers run the show — leading the full day-to-day operation, building strong teams, and creating a guest experience that stands out every single day.
We’re looking for a confident, people-first leader who can set the pace, inspire excellence, and uphold the Sparkle brand with pride.

If you’re energized by leadership, performance, and customer experience, this is your opportunity to make a major impact.

What You’ll Do:

As the Site Manager, you take full ownership of site performance and daily operations. You will:

• Lead all day-to-day operations , ensuring the wash runs clean, organized, and fully staffed.
• Manage labor targets , oversee sales results, and build a strong, membership-driven culture.
• Hire, train, and develop the team — setting standards, coaching for results, and reinforcing accountability.
• Monitor KPIs daily and adjust staffing, workflow, and sales focus to protect revenue and drive membership conversion.
• Oversee cash handling , opening/closing procedures, inventory awareness, vacuum + lot standards, and operational compliance.
• Complete weekly maintenance walk-throughs , stay ahead of equipment issues, and partner with district + maintenance leadership.
• Lead by example with professionalism, energy, and a guest-first mindset every shift.
• Join weekly operations calls and participate in leadership development.

What You Bring:

You are a leader who:

• Communicates clearly and confidently.
• Motivates a team through encouragement and accountability.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Has experience managing people in retail, hospitality, restaurant, car wash, or similar operations.
• Stays calm under pressure and solves problems quickly.
• Takes pride in delivering a high standard of cleanliness, safety, and guest experience.

Compensation & Perks:

• $55,000–$65,000 per year.
• Monthly performance bonuses.
• Earn commission on personally sold memberships.
• Managers with relevant experience can earn up to $1,500 sign-on bonus.
• Hands-on training and continuous leadership growth opportunities.
• Supportive, team-focused work culture.
• Clear advancement opportunities.

Why Sparkle Express?

Because your leadership matters here.
This is your chance to shape the culture, develop people, grow sales performance, and create an exceptional guest experience — every day, every shift.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and build a team that shines, Sparkle Express East Peoria is ready for you.