General Manager

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About Us

Welcome to Es Vedra Cinemas, your ultimate out-of-home entertainment destination! With 16 locations across 5 states, we go beyond the traditional movie experience to bring you movies, bowling, games, and much more—all under one roof. At Es Vedra Cinemas, we believe entertainment should be immersive, exciting, and unforgettable. Whether you're catching the latest blockbuster on the big screen, striking down pins at our state-of-the-art bowling alleys, or diving into action-packed arcade games, we offer something for everyone—from casual fun-seekers to dedicated thrill-chasers.

Our mission is to create exceptional entertainment experiences where families, friends, and communities come together.

Job Description

The General Manager is a brand ambassador of Es Vedra Cinemas' dine-in and traditional theaters, bowling, virtual reality, food and beverage, and gaming operations. They are also responsible for coordinating events and strategizing ways to create new avenues for revenue and maximizing sales to achieve Es Vedra Cinemas’ goals. They also provide leadership and development to the management and team members with the goal of creating a professional and safe work environment that gives everyone the tools they need to succeed.

Job Responsibilities

• Train, coach and develop team members in their specific job functions.

• Interviews, hires and evaluates team members.

• Prepares administrative reports and special reports for senior management/corporate office.

• Responsible and accountable for cash handling procedures and policies to avoid discrepancies.

• Inspects building (including parking lot and lawn), and equipment conditions.

• Initiates repair and maintenance on building, property and equipment according to company policy.

• Organizes and conducts team meetings and training sessions.

• Controlling costs, including all direct operating expenses; purchasing and ordering inventory and other supplies needed for daily operations.

• Monitoring risk management as it pertains to venue, i.e., team member and guest safety, loss prevention, emergency situations, and the proper handling, reporting and investigating of accidents.

• Ensuring team members meet Es Vedra Cinemas’ guest service standards by performing daily opening, closing, operational, and administrative duties and proper staffing in each area.

• Working effectively with supervisors, peers, subordinates, guests, vendors, and corporate partners.

• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Required Skills

• Proven leadership and motivational skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong decision-making skills

• Equally comfortable communicating, negotiating, and working with guests, peers, direct reports, vendors or partners.

• High guest satisfaction expectations and focus

• Resourceful problem-solving skills

• Self-motivated and results driven

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and delegate projects and tasks simultaneously

• Holds self and others accountable to consistently maintain high-performance standards

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, management or related field preferred

• Minimum 5 years of dining theater, entertainment center or restaurant operations management experience in high-volume operation

• Minimum 3 years of F&B management experience in a high-volume management role ideally with full-service bar and kitchen

• Proven track record of operational excellence

• Required state alcohol-server and Manager Serv Safe Certification required

• Availability to work during holidays, nights, and weekends with increased hours during peak times

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, climbing stairs

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.

• Comfortability with flashing lights & loud noises.

Team Member Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Growth

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Team Member Perks - discounts on Movies, Attractions, and F&B!

Es Vedra Cinemas is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Entertainment Providers

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