Cinema Manager

Salary: £32,000 - 35,000

The Light is looking for an experienced and driven Cinema Manager to be part of the team for our new entertainment venue in Huddersfield.

Role details:

• Full-time
• Permanent
• For full details, see the Cinema Manager job profile

Role responsibilities:

• You will help to recruit and lead the team of movie enthusiasts to deliver exceptional customer service,
• Manage & supervise all operational aspects of the cinema, including staff scheduling, inventory management and facilities maintenance,
• Promote a positive and inclusive work environment to ensure team and guests feel valued and have a great time, every time,
• Foster high employee retention by implementing effective communication strategies, conducting team meetings, providing ongoing training, holding regular performance appraisals, conducting monthly one-on-one meetings with direct reports, and consistently offering recognition, rewards, coaching, and mentorship,
• Responsible for monitoring and driving market share through Comscore and competitors,
• Adhere to established stock control protocols and procedures; conduct regular weekly and monthly inventory audits, analyse any variances, and implement corrective measures as necessary,
• Monitor and maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety and presentation throughout the cinema,
• Stay ahead of industry trends and continuously seek opportunities to enhance the cinema experience,
• Take full advantage of available resources to generate new business, build local awareness, network and seek new sales opportunities,
• Identify and develop opportunities to create events around film and content to add value to the business and to improve our guest’s experience.

Person specifications:

• Previous experience in a general management role in the cinema,
• Solid understanding of projections and film scheduling,
• Knowledge and experience in managing a full P&L,
• Currently held certificates – Fire Marshall, First Aid, Personal License,
• Excellent knowledge on Food Safety, Health & Safety and licensing laws,
• Outgoing individual with fire in the belly, who can lead, motivate and strive to get the best out of people,
• Strong communicator with friendly and professional approach,
• Thrive in fast-paced environment with impeccable organizational skills,
• Health & Safety Guru, Compliance Master and Movie Enthusiast who presents analytical thinking and business awareness 

How to apply:

To put yourself forward for this role, head to the Cinema Manager job profile on The Light’s website

The closing date for this position is 06/12/2024 at 10:00