VERY Unhealthy Work Environment And Management Does Nothing To Fix It - Janitor Equinox Employee Review

1.0
Mar 11, 2019
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Pros

A free gym membership to the club.

Cons

Members pay a minimum of $250 a month for membership to the club and because of that, they feel as if they can get away with pretty much anything with zero judicial intervention. In the locker rooms, if there is even one slight thing members despise, they will yell at your face until they are satisfied. While working for Equinox, a member literally challenged me to a fight just because I told him that the club had closed and he couldn't take a shower after hours. Due to the mistreatment of the employees, there is also I high turnover rate because very few employees feel as if they have the strength and courage to remain at the club and continue to take the beating from the members. The turnover rate also puts a high cost on the company to where i saw they raised the minimum price of membership and the management at the location I was stationed at apparently requested for other locations to send them employees due to everyone quitting.

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5.0
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Pros

Free Equinox membership. Easily one of the biggest perks. You get access to a premium gym that normally costs hundreds of dollars per month. Health and fitness environment. You're surrounded by people interested in wellness, and many coworkers are into fitness. Customer service experience. Great resume builder if you're moving into hospitality, sales, banking, or corporate roles. Professional atmosphere. Equinox expects a polished appearance and high-quality service, which can help build professionalism. Networking opportunities. Members often include business owners, executives, and professionals in West Palm Beach. Relatively straightforward work. Most duties include greeting members, answering phones, checking members in, updating accounts, and keeping the lobby organized.

Cons

Pay is relatively low compared to the expectations and cost of living in South Florida. Many employees cite compensation as a downside. Can't call out sick.

2.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

free gym membership your own office

Cons

Sales quotas can be aggressive, and there is constant pressure to hit monthly targets regardless of market conditions. Success often depends heavily on club traffic, lead quality, and location, which can make performance feel inconsistent. Long hours and weekend availability are frequently expected, especially during promotional periods and month-end pushes. Compensation can fluctuate significantly if sales goals are missed. Management styles vary greatly by club; some locations offer strong support while others can be highly numbers-driven. Administrative tasks and CRM follow-up can become repetitive and take time away from building member relationships. High turnover among advisors can create additional workload for remaining team members. Advancement opportunities exist but can be competitive and sometimes unclear. The focus on sales metrics can occasionally overshadow the hospitality and member experience aspects of the role. Corporate initiatives and promotions can change frequently, requiring advisors to quickly adapt messaging and sales strategies

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