**NEW OPENING**
We are looking for an experienced and driven Cinema Manager to be part of the team for our new entertainment venue, The Light in Huddersfield.
The Light, Huddersfield is opening in spring 2025 and is our most ambitious project yet, offering an unrivalled cinema experience, great food and drink, and everything from climbing walls, ten pin bowling and mini golf to interactive darts and karaoke. The Light, Huddersfield will be a destination for shared experiences and creation of memories.
Reporting to the Operations Manager the Cinema Manager will be responsible and accountable for all aspects of cinema performance. Taking a commercial approach that balances the guest experience with the financial needs of the business.
With a strong passion for shaping the future of the cinema your leadership will inspire the team, drive sales and increase profitability, while fostering meaningful connections with the local community. Ultimately, you will ensure that every guest enjoys a memorable experience that both exceeds expectations and delights.
About You:
- 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
What's in it for You:
- Free cinema tickets for family and friends,
- Wagestream - access your hard earned £££ whenever you need,
- Health & Wellbeing support,
- Mental Health advice via Hospitality Action,
How we will keep you busy:
- 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 competitor,
- 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.
About the Light
The Light is for everyone. With cinema at our core, we take a great pride and care in our craft to deliver a unique entertainment experience for anyone of any age. We're guest-focused and community-centric, creating unique entertainment spaces that sit at the heart of the communities we operate in. We are the Light. Reimagining entertainment.
If the role strikes your interest APPLY NOW!
Our dedicated Recruitment Team will review every application and get in touch to arrange a chat with suitable candidates.
If we don't feel like you are the right match for now, we will make sure to let you know, however, detailed feedback won't be provided at this stage.
