Restaurant & Theatre Manager

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is a unique and innovative entertainment company that combines the excitement of a movie theater with the amenities of a full-service restaurant. Founded with a passion for film and community, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema has expanded across multiple locations, creating a distinctive environment where guests can enjoy an exceptional culinary experience alongside the magic of cinema. Recognized for its commitment to high-quality entertainment, excellent food and beverage offerings, and a strong community focus, the company fosters an inclusive and vibrant atmosphere that appeals to movie lovers and food enthusiasts alike. The Alamo Drafthouse brand has earned a reputation for its creative programming, strict enforcement of theater etiquette, and a dedication to providing an awe-inspiring guest experience.

The Alamo Restaurant & Theater Manager position is a critical role that supports the General Manager in overseeing the daily operations of their venue located at 3519 N Clark St Ste C301, Chicago, Illinois. With a salary range of $62,000 to $67,000, plus an incentive bonus based on performance, this role offers a compelling opportunity for seasoned managers passionate about hospitality and entertainment. Managers in this role take charge of a broad spectrum of operational responsibilities including teammate development, quality assurance, event execution, scheduling, ordering, inventory management, facilities maintenance, production, and guest experience support. They are expected to be proactive leaders who nurture an environment where their teams can thrive through motivation and consistent adherence to the company’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

Working at Alamo Drafthouse means joining a team that values fun and authenticity, encouraging employees to be themselves while contributing their best work. The company offers an array of benefits such as free movies and food, paid time off, competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and access to medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, and voluntary benefits for both full-time and part-time teammates. The mission of the organization centers on ensuring every guest and teammate has an awesome experience and is excited to return, reflecting a commitment to outstanding service and community engagement.

The successful candidate will be adept at growing revenue while controlling costs, managing cost of goods sold (COGs), maintaining excellent vendor relationships, and assisting with inventory processes. They will look for opportunities to improve operational models based on Profit & Loss (P&L) and Operational Efficiency Review (OER) analysis. Optimizing the guest experience is paramount, which entails upholding company standards, leading service efforts, addressing patron complaints with tact and creativity, monitoring feedback for improvement, ensuring safety and operational protocols are followed, and maintaining the venue’s facilities and equipment.

Leadership is a cornerstone of the role, with a focus on developing a strong team through learning and development initiatives, identifying and cultivating key hourly leaders, managing performance through coaching, and celebrating team successes. The ideal manager brings proven leadership and motivational capabilities, hospitality or entertainment management experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift moderately heavy items, enduring periods of standing and walking, navigating stairs, and working comfortably in kitchen environments amid typical challenges such as heat and noise.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema's core values – Do The Right Thing, Foster Community, Boldly Go, and Give A Sh!t – underscore their commitment to integrity, respect, innovation, and excellence. This role is perfect for motivated individuals who want to make a significant impact in hospitality and entertainment while being part of a supportive and forward-thinking company.