MAN v FAT Health and Wellbeing Coach - Bakersfield, CA, USA

MAN v FAT Soccer delivers small-sided soccer leagues, exclusively designed to support overweight men to improve their physical and mental health.

Launched in 2016 by weight loss specialists with over 10 years experience supporting men's health. What makes our leagues unique is that the coach weighs each player before their game, while supporting and guiding players through their weight loss journey. Players earn bonus goals for their weekly weight loss, so the league is decided not only by goals scored on the field, but also pounds lost!

MAN v FAT appeals to men who want to get healthier while playing soccer and is coming to Sportsplex, Bakersfield, CA in 2026.

The program has been hugely successful in the UK with over 8,000 men each week losing hundreds of thousands of pounds since launching in 2016. We now have over 155 clubs in the UK and 26 clubs across Florida, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas.

See what a session looks like here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRJYLco-OOA

We’re looking for a dedicated MAN v FAT Health and Wellbeing Coach to support the players and ensure the smooth running and high performance of our new league launching in September 2026 based at Sportsplex, 6825 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

The role would suit an individual who shares our passion for supporting men in making health and lifestyle improvements in order to lose weight. The role will include working with your referee on a weekly basis and regular catch ups with the UK and US based team.

Please note: This role does not involve soccer training the players on the pitch or instructing exercise of any kind, this is not a Soccer coaching role. This position is about supporting and motivating players to make healthy lifestyle changes, facilitating a safe and effective session and completing league related admin tasks.

Check out MAN v FAT Soccer in the media here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvufxhKyzyM

About you... More than anything, we are looking for a team player, who puts their heart in to their work. We hire based on attitude over traditional skills and experience so if you feel you are right for the job we would love to hear from you!

Need more reasons to apply? This role is for you if;

• You’re well organised and can manage time effectively

• You have excellent communication skills

• You have an understanding (or first-hand experience!) of weight loss

• You’re confident using a computer (this role involves regular online data entry and will require you to have your own device)

• You are qualified in First Aid Full training and equipment is provided to fulfil the role!

Contract:  Permanent, Part Time, Typically 4 hours per week.

Salary: $40 per hour (dependant on your experience in Health & Wellbeing)

Location: This role is primarily located at: Sportsplex, 6825 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309 every Monday 7:30pm - 9pm.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to have the right to work in the US.  

Learn more about MAN v FAT: www.manvfatsoccer.com

Got a question?

Contact: [email protected]

We believe that every person has the right to thrive at work, which is why we are committed to equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate. Should you require any specific accommodations in the recruitment process please let us know in your application .

MAN v FAT is brought to you in partnership with Thrive Tribe, a healthy lifestyle service provider.

Perks...

Every person makes MAN v FAT the incredible place it is to work and play together, we’re unstoppable. Within our buzzing environment, our talented people work hard but we ensure lots of fun is thrown in too!

We offer you;

A free membership for you or a partner to another MAN v FAT Soccer Club.

Employee Health and Wellbeing programs, such as JAAQ (our digital Mental Health and Wellbeing platform) and access to Nutracheck (The Nutrition tracking app).

Access to professional development opportunities such as, First Aid and Mental Health First Aid.