PT Assistant Cinema Manager

Brooklyn Academy Of Music; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) and pension plans

Access to BAM programming

Job summary

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is seeking a part-time Assistant Cinema Manager to work with the Cinema Management Team, Projectionists and Programmers to operate BAM’s four-screen cinema in downtown Brooklyn. The role oversees Floor Staff and handles box office, concessions and customer service.

The incumbent will promote BAM’s award-winning programming, including BAM Film, BAMcinemaFest and first-run films, while meeting revenue and safety goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience.
• Some supervisory experience required.
• Experience working at a movie theater is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn POS system for concession stand and ticket box office.
• Count and log cash sales daily.
• Issue sales reports to film distributors.
• Coordinate with Security, Custodial, Facilities, Membership, Special Events to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee and assist in Q&A’s and Special Events.
• Train and manage Floor Staff.
• Assist customers with ADA needs.
• Monitor health and safety issues.
• Daily upkeep of cinema space and equipment.
• Staying onsite during closing and ensuring all customers have left.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Peter Jay Sharp Building - Brooklyn, NY 11217

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary Range: $29.20 - $29.20 Hourly

Job Category: Cinema Operations

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is a multi‑disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities. With world‑renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.

BAM is seeking a PT Assistant Cinema Manager! The ideal candidate will work closely with the Cinema Management Team, Projectionists, and Programmers to operate a busy and dynamic four‑screen cinema in downtown Brooklyn. The PT Assistant Manager oversees the Floor Staff and handles all operations within the cinema, from box office and concession sales to customer service.

In addition, the PT Assistant Cinema Manager will maintain an innovative and quality operation of BAM’s Cinemas 365 days a year. Protect BAM’s brand by promoting BAM’s award‑winning cinema programming, with a primary focus on BAM Film (the year‑round repertory program), BAMcinemaFest (annual festival of American independent film), and ‘first run films’ (new release films) while meeting revenue and strategic goals. Expand awareness of cinema at BAM and cultivate film audiences by communicating the diversity of the services that BAM provides.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assistant Managers are expected to learn all facets of the position including, concession and box office operations, supervising Floor Staff, managing cash and credit card sales
• With assistance from the Cinema Management Team an Assistant Manager will be responsible for learning and administering the following duties:

• Learn point‑of‑sale (POS) system for use at the cinema concession stand and ticket box office
• Be responsible for counting and logging all cash sales.
• Issue sales reports to film distributors
• Coordinate with other departments (Security, Custodial, Facilities, Membership, Special Events, etc.) to ensure that cinema operations are run efficiently and effectively
• Oversee and assist in the operations of Q&A’s and Special Events
• Train, and manage Floor Staff.
• Assist customers with ADA needs, both mobility based as well as audio‑visual
• Monitor and ensure proper food handling and health and safety issues
• Daily inspection of premises for Fire Safety and other issues
• Assisting in customer incidents (refunds, interrupted screenings, etc.)
• Building film schedules, promos and special codes in Tessitura
• Manage Concession operation including but not limited to; purchasing, marketing and display of merchandise.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to customers questions on, directions, programming, local suggestions
• Ensure that cinemas comply with all health and safety standards
• Report to work promptly
• Display a welcoming, professional and upbeat appearance
• Daily upkeep of the Cinema space during operations. (Cinemas, workspace, lobby)
• Work within a team environment and take direction from Cinema Management Team
• When closing, staying onsite until all customers have left

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience
• Some supervisory experience required.
• Experience working at a movie theater is preferred
• Ability to provide friendly and polite customer service
• Works well with others and is a team player.

Compensation

The rate for this position is $29.20hr. This role is represented by Local 2110 and will be paid in accordance with the BAM/UAW Local 2110 Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is part‑time, non‑exempt, and eligible for benefits. BAM provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan opportunities including both 401(k) and pension plans, as well as BAM‑related benefits including access to BAM's fantastic programming.

Working Conditions: 4. Medium Work

• MUST be able to work ALL holidays, evenings and weekends
• Average hours assigned weekly: 18-24hrs
• Requires the ability to climb stairs, stand for long periods of time, and lift/carry objects of 10-15 lbs
• This role is on‑site and cannot be conducted remotely.

Brooklyn Academy of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer.BAM recognizes that historic institutional practices lead to a non‑inclusive environment and is working to address diversity and inclusion in all forms. Individuals in BAM are experiencing their own pace during this process, which is not uncommon when addressing power and privilege. The Programming Operations division supports and continues to take part in this process.