Assistant Restaurant Manager

Assistant Manager – Chuck E. Cheese At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! We’re looking for an energetic, high‑reward leader to help teams ensure every guest leaves happy. This role supports senior management and drives guest satisfaction, sales, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Make daily decisions on time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, and guest service standards. Build sales and maximize profits through effective recruiting, training, development, and motivation of the team. Coach and inspire staff to deliver outstanding guest service while maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Understand cost‑control procedures, inventory, financials, and labor management. Take ownership of an Area of Impact (AOI) and rotate through the four core areas: Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, and Gameroom. Kitchen AOI : Manage product ordering, food safety, scheduling, and cleanliness; oversee pizza dough preparation from scratch, cooking pizza and other menu items. Sales AOI : Oversee the cashier, salad bar, gift shop, upselling programs, inventory, ordering, execution, and profitability; assure salad‑bar quality and prep procedures. Showroom AOI : Lead birthday party execution and planning, maximize bookings & guest satisfaction, and optimize showroom seating. Gameroom AOI : Partner with the Technical Manager to maintain games and equipment, analyze gameplay data and ticket payouts, and keep the gameroom clean and guest ready. Skills & Competencies Coaching and Developing Others Effective Communication Composure under Pressure Resourcefulness Ethics and Integrity Time and Priority Management Minimum Qualifications Must be able to work 40 hours a week. High‑school diploma or GED. At least 21 years of age (or age approved by local law for alcohol service). Minimum one (1) year of experience managing people, preferably in the food‑service industry, or at least six (6) months as an Opening Coordinator. Physical Demands & Work Environment Lift or carry objects weighing 0‑50lb during scheduled shift. Stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk, and squat as required. Work environment includes flashing/flickering lights, loud noise, moving mechanical parts, exposure to wet, humid, and extreme heat or cold conditions. Benefits & Perks CEC provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid sick and vacation time, employee meal discounts, telemedicine, and more. Part‑time and full‑time employees have eligibility for medical coverage, life & disability insurance, voluntary benefits, and educational assistance. Equal Opportunity Employment CEC Entertainment, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other federally, state‑ or locally protected class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr