A new , based at Depot Mayfield, has created 150 new jobs since it launched in July.
Escape to Freight Island is part of a £1.4bn transformation of Manchester’s Mayfield district, behind Piccadilly station.
The venue launched its first phase - Platform 15 - at Depot Mayfield, with a 600-capacity outdoor venue which hosts street food traders and live music and DJ sets.
The jobs include hospitality and service roles, from bar and waiting staff to cleaners and builders.
Developers said further jobs are expected to be created as later phases move inside Depot Mayfield.
Escape to Freight Island’s Dan Morris said: “The site has created more than 100 jobs in hospitality at a time where there has been mass redundancies across the sector.
“We have also been able to provide work for events and festival staff and performers and artists.
“The site has provided a much needed morale boost and hope for the future and we are proud of what we have achieved so far.”
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James Heather, development director at U+I, behind the Mayfield transformation, said: “Escape to Freight Island is an innovative venture from some of the best minds in the business which has raised the bar further still for our city’s visitor offering, underlining our vision for Mayfield as Manchester’s true commercial, creative and cultural nexus.
“Following an uncertain time, we’re thrilled that Mayfield is providing a truly unique place for Mancunians and visitors alike to come together safely and responsibly to enjoy outstanding food, drink and entertainment while supporting much needed employment in Manchester’s world class hospitality sector.”
The venue was launched after Manchester city council gave the first aspects of the Mayfield development the green light in February.
The first phase of development will give the city its first new public park in more than 100 years.