Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job Summary At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play. As an Assistant Manager, you’ll help lead a team committed to making sure “every guest leaves happy.” Responsibilities Make daily decisions that involve time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, and upholding product and guest service standards. Build sales and maximize profits by effectively recruiting, training, developing and motivating your team to meet company and guest expectations. Coach and inspire the team to deliver outstanding guest service and ensure a safe, clean, and 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 of the following areas: Kitchen – manage product ordering, food safety, scheduling, and cleanliness. Oversee pizza dough preparation from scratch, cook pizza and other Chuck E. menu items. Sales – oversee the Cashier, Salad Bar and Gift Shop. Monitor sales results, upselling and suggestive selling programs, inventory, ordering, execution and profitability management of the Merchandise area, and quality assurance of the Salad Bar and prep procedures. Showroom – lead birthday party execution and planning. Maximize party bookings and guest satisfaction while optimizing showroom seating. Gameroom – partner with the Technical Manager to keep games and restaurant equipment in top condition with minimal downtime. Analyze gameplay data and ticket payouts while keeping 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 scheduled shift. Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift. Work environment includes flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noise, as well as exposure to non‑weather related wet, humid, extreme heat and extreme cold conditions. Benefits & Perks Telemedicine Early wage access 401(k) retirement plan Employee meal discounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources Medical, dental, and vision coverage (full‑time and part‑time options) Paid sick/vacation time, paid holidays (where applicable) FSA/HSA options Life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage Compliance & Equal Opportunity CEC provides paid sick leave and other benefits as required by applicable state and local laws. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. Certain positions may require the successful completion of a background check after a conditional offer of employment if the role involves duties such as handling cash, access to confidential information, or other responsibilities that may be directly related to criminal history considerations. Any restrictions required by federal, state, or local law will be applied as applicable. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. At Chuck E Cheese, we care about the safety and health of our guests and employees. We have rigorous health and sanitation standards, and our operational procedures are designed to meet or exceed local requirements and most importantly to protect the health of our teams and guests. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our workforce reflects a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we do not discriminate against applicants based on any protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr