Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job Title: Assistant Manager Compensation $19.32 - $21.46 hourly. Exempt: Commission potential from $0.50 to $10.00 for each Membership sold, and from $0.15 to $3.00 for each Fun Pass sold. Paid bi‑weekly. Non‑Exempt: Commission potential from $2.00 to $8.00 for each Membership sold, and from $0.60 to $2.40 for each Fun Pass sold. Paid bi‑weekly. Job Description As an Assistant Manager, you’ll help lead a team committed to ensuring that every guest leaves happy. This high‑energy, high‑reward role focuses on team leadership, guest service, and operational excellence within the beloved family entertainment industry. Job Responsibilities Make daily decisions involving time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, and upholding product and guest service standards. Build sales and maximize profits by recruiting, training, developing, and motivating the team to meet company and guest expectations. Coach and inspire the team to deliver outstanding guest service and maintain a safe, clean, and well‑run environment. Understand cost control procedures, inventory, financials, and labor management. Take ownership of an Area of Impact (AOI) in one of four areas and, over time, complete a rotation in each: Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, and Gameroom, as described below. Kitchen – Manage product ordering, food safety, scheduling, and cleanliness. Oversee pizza dough preparation, cooking, and other menu items. Sales – Oversee the Cashier, Salad Bar, and Gift Shop, including monitoring sales results, upselling programs, inventory, ordering, and profitability. Showroom – Lead birthday party execution and planning, maximize bookings and guest satisfaction, and optimize showroom seating. Gameroom – Partner with the Technical Manager to maintain games and equipment, analyze gameplay data, and keep the gameroom and surrounding areas clean and guest ready. Skills We’re Looking For Coaching and Developing Others Effective Communication Composure Resourcefulness Demonstrates Ethics and Integrity Time and Priority Management Minimum Qualifications Must be able to work 40 hours a week. Must have a high‑school diploma or GED. Must be at least 21 years of age or older (RVP approval may allow hiring at the age permitted by local law for selling, ringing up, checking identification and serving alcohol). Minimum of one (1) year of experience managing people, preferably in the food service industry, or experience as an Opening Coordinator for at least six (6) months. Essential Job Functions and Work Environment Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing 0–50 pounds during the scheduled shift. Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during the scheduled shift. The work environment includes flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts, loud noise, and exposure to non‑weather related wet, humid, extreme heat and extreme cold conditions. Benefits & Perks Competitive benefits package including telemedicine, early wage access, 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, Employee Assistance Program, tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources. Full‑time employees (averaging 29.5+ hours/week) eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, paid sick/vacation time, paid holidays (where applicable), FSA/HSA options, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage, and student loan support. Part‑time employees may enroll in fixed indemnity medical coverage, dental and vision options, and voluntary life and short‑term disability benefits. State and local compliance with paid sick leave and other required benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer At CEC Entertainment, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against applicants based on race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr CEC Entertainment, LLC