Deputy Manager

The Light provides a unique immersive experience that surprises and delights guests in 14 cinema locations across the UK. We offer a wide range of activities; cinema, bowling, karaoke, darts, mini golf, climbing walls, bars, and kitchens - we have it all!

The Light has an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Manager to join its management team.

As a Deputy Manager you'll work closely with the Business Manager to oversee daily operations, lead the team, and help ensure every guest receives a high-quality, seamless experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced hospitality or leisure professional ready to take the next step in their management career.

• Support the Business Manager in the day-to-day running of the venue
• Lead and guide the team across daily operations, including projection, film scheduling, staff rotas, stock control, and facilities
• Maintain excellent standards in guest service, cleanliness, and presentation
• Assist with managing key business metrics including labour control, cost management, and sales performance
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, health and safety and operational procedures
• Take a lead on recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members
• Support delivery of local marketing initiatives and wider business goals
• Step in to lead the venue in the Business Manager's absence.

• Experience in a management role within cinema, hospitality, or leisure
• Confident leading a team and creating a positive, high-performing environment
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Commercially aware with a good understanding of labour, cost, and stock control
• Familiar with POS and cinema business systems (e.g. Vista)
• Knowledge of compliance, health and safety and food hygiene standards
• Hands on, proactive, and calm under pressure

• 28 days holiday
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Wagestream - access your earned pay when you need it
• Employee assistance programme
• Free cinema tickets for family and friends
• Career development opportunities within a growing business.

Ready to take the next step in your cinema leadership journey? Apply now!

The Light's recruitment team reviews every application and will be in touch with candidates who are a great fit. If it's not the right time, we'll still let you know - though we're unable to offer detailed feedback at this stage.

The closing date for this position is 09/05/2026 at 22:00