Food & Beverage Manager

Celebration Cinema Rivertown, located in Grandville, MI, is a well-established entertainment venue committed to providing an exceptional movie-going experience for its guests. As part of the Celebration Cinema family, the theater prides itself on creating an environment where stories come to life and every interaction matters. The company’s culture is deeply rooted in values such as service, trust, empathy, playfulness, and courage, emphasizing that work should be meaningful, collaborative, and enjoyable. Celebration Cinema is known for delivering Celebrated Service, where the goal is to create memorable experiences that encourage guests to return time and again. The theater offers a wide range of film presentations as well as private and public group events, all designed to engage and delight their diverse customer base.

Currently, Celebration Cinema Rivertown is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Food & Beverage Manager who is passionate about creating memorable guest experiences. This role is ideal for someone who is motivated by both leading a strong, well-organized operation and fostering a fun, engaging atmosphere for guests and staff alike. The Food & Beverage Manager will play a vital role in balancing elevated food and drink services with excellent leadership and operational oversight. This position requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment and values teamwork, innovation, and hospitality.

The Food & Beverage Manager will lead all aspects of the food and beverage operations within the theater. This includes overseeing the quality, consistency, and guest experience related to the concessions, bar, kitchen, and dining areas. Key responsibilities include ordering and controlling food and alcohol inventory, managing food costs, auditing deliveries, and maintaining proper storage standards. Attention to detail and ensuring adherence to food safety, alcohol awareness, and recipe execution standards are essential to uphold the high-quality service expected by Celebration Cinema’s customers.

In addition to food and beverage duties, the manager will also contribute to daily theater operations. This may involve serving as the Theatre Manager-in-Charge during shifts or supporting the management team in providing a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests. Monitoring cash-handling policies and supporting both public showings and private events are part of the broader operational responsibilities.

Leadership is a core element of this role. The Food & Beverage Manager will train, coach, and motivate the team to deliver outstanding service. They will lead by example, provide ongoing performance feedback, and cultivate a positive and inclusive workplace culture where all team members feel respected and empowered. The manager will also participate in the hiring and onboarding process to ensure the team is staffed with capable and enthusiastic individuals.

This position requires flexibility in scheduling with availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Physical demands are considerable, given the fast-paced and active work environment. The ideal candidate will be at least 21 years old, possess reliable transportation, and hold a valid driver’s license. Preferred certifications include TIPS certification and ServSafe Food and Allergen certification, demonstrating a commitment to safety and industry best practices.

Celebration Cinema Rivertown offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Employees enjoy paid time off and 401(k) options, cell phone stipends, paid volunteer time, an employee assistance program, discounted concessions, and free movie screenings. The company is proud of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, striving to create a workplace where every employee feels valued and has the opportunity to succeed.

If you are passionate about great food, drinks, leadership, and making a lasting impression on guests, this Food & Beverage Manager role at Celebration Cinema Rivertown is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in an exciting and supportive environment.