Cinema Experience Manager

Odeon Cinemas Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free cinema tickets

Food & drink discounts

Wellbeing support

Training provided

Development pathways

Inclusion and belonging

Job summary

Odeon Cinemas Ltd. is seeking a Cinema Experience Manager in Leeds to lead a busy team and deliver memorable guest experiences. You will oversee cinema operations, coaching staff, and ensuring high standards of safety, service and presentation during peak showings.

The role requires a people-first leadership style, strong communication, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience in fast-paced settings.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Commitment to safety, cleanliness, and high standards of service.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and late nights.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate Cinema Hosts across shifts.
• Oversee guest experience in all areas: retail, tickets, ushering.
• Deliver excellent service during busy showings and peak releases.
• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness and food handling.
• Run shift briefings and make operational decisions on shift.
• Coach team members to build skills and progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety standards

Flexibility

Job description

At ODEON, we believe cinema is more than what happens on the screen - it's the atmosphere, the energy, and the experience we create together. As a Cinema Experience Manager, you'll help lead the team that brings that buzz to life. From the excitement of opening night blockbusters to the warmth of welcoming guests before a big show, you'll be at the heart of making every visit memorable.

If you're passionate about people, thrive in busy environments, and want to shape unforgettable cinema moments, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Why you'll love working with us:

• Lead a supportive team who genuinely want to make every guest visit special
• Be part of a fast-paced, energetic environment filled with filmgoers and community moments
• Get full training in cinema operations and leadership standards
• Build your leadership skills with structured development pathways
• Enjoy great perks including free cinema tickets, food & drink discounts, and wellbeing support
• Work somewhere that celebrates individuality, inclusion and belonging

What you'll be doing:

You'll support the Cinema Manager in delivering smooth, memorable cinema operations including:

• Leading and motivating Cinema Hosts throughout each shift
• Overseeing guest experience across all areas; retail, ticketing and ushering
• Delivering excellent service during busy showings and peak film releases
• Maintaining high standards across safety, cleanliness, compliance, and food handling
• Running shift briefings and making on shift- operational decisions
• Coaching team members to build skills, confidence, and progression
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and guest satisfaction

What you'll bring:

• Experience leading or supporting teams in hospitality, retail, or fast-paced environments
• A supportive, people-first leadership style
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• High standards of safety, service, and operational delivery
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and late nights
• A safe way to travel to and from late shifts

Whether you've managed a team before or supported one informally, we'll help you grow into the role. Join us on a £13.71 per hour during training and unlock £15.55 per hour when you're fully trained and ready to go.

Our commitment to inclusion

At ODEON, we're all different and that's something we celebrate. Through Our Incredible Differences, we're building a culture where everyone feels like they belong, they are valued and can bring their whole self to work. We recognise and appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences our colleagues bring, and we're committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and supportive environment for everyone.