Cinema Experience Manager

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 Costa Coffee 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

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, ushering, and Costa Coffee operations
• Ensuring Costa Coffee quality and service meet brand standards
• 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

• 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
• Willingness to learn Costa Coffee operations and quality standards (full training provided)

Whether you’ve managed a team before or supported one informally, we’ll help you grow into the role.

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.

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If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you.