District Manager

District ManagerPetaluma, CAReports to: Theatre Operations DirectorPay Range: $90,000 - $110,000 (annually)Bonus Opportunity: up to $11,600This is an Exempt position.

PURPOSE:The Cinema West District Manager owns and is accountable for the results of the District's theatres and for the performance of the General Managers (Client). This position requires the ability to coach individuals to improve results, and to follow-up to make sure there is improvement. This position requires on-site visits to the District's theatres on a frequent basis for on-site observation and support of the theatres' operations. These visits include periods during high-volume guest patronage, often weekends and holidays, as well as off-peak times.Establish strong partnerships with the Client to lead and guide them to success and maximize profitsEnsure that all guests have a safe and positive theatre experienceProvide top-notch, quality training to produce high-performing teams that are professional, effective and provide excellent guest serviceThe District includes theatres throughout California (mostly in northern part) and a few in Idaho.

This position is not a Monday – Friday 8:00a – 5:00p type of job. This position requires extensive travel to the theatres and calls for long workdays, including holiday and weekends.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:OperationsLead, guide and mentor the Client to maximum profitabilityCommunicate financials and key performance metrics to the ClientAchieve or exceed key financial and metric targetsEnsure compliance with policies and proceduresVisit theatres regularly to review and observe operations during both peak and off-peak timesContinually offer suggestions for improvementEnsure employees and guests are in a safe environmentGM DevelopmentProvide strategic leadership to the Client; Develop, train and mentor ClientCommunicate regularly and honesty with the Client to maximize results; Coach for improvementComplete Client annual or periodic Performance ReviewsSupport Client in resolving theatre issuesGuest ExperiencePartner with Client to ensure Cinema West is the #1 theatre-of-choice for all guestsPartner with the Client in creating outstanding guests' experiencesEmployeesPartner with HR and the Client to ensure Cinema West is the employees' employer-of-choiceContribute to a great workplace by retaining and rewarding star employees, and coaching and counseling employeesAssist the Client in creating high-morale workplacesConcessionsCreate and implement strategies to maximize food and beverage revenue per guestCreate and implement strategies to minimize cost of goodsWork with Client to improve concession staff performanceWork with Client to maintain an inviting concession stand presentation showcasing fresh and tasty concession productsKeep abreast of industry trends, and propose and implement new productsManage Cinema West relationships with food and beverage vendors

REQUIREMENTS:Must be a high performing Cinema West GM for at least three yearsMust have a solid background in movie theatre operations covering all areas (sales, operations, customer service, staffing, ...)Must have a solid understanding of financials (P&L, payroll, Balance Sheet, ...)Must possess strong leadership skills (ethical, respect, motivational, lead-by-example, ...)Must have excellent communication skills (interpersonal, writing, presenting, ...)Must have great computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ...)Must have skills & experience with cinema technology (projection, POS, systems, ...)Must have strong analytical and reasoning skillsMust have basic knowledge in HR laws

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