Assistant Restaurant Manager

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic brands Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment is a household name synonymous with fun, food, and family. Chuck E. Cheese is famous for celebrating over half a million birthdays annually, emphasizing its commitment to creating joyful and lasting memories through play, high-quality food, and engaging entertainment. The company values safety, with initiatives such as the Kid Check program, and community involvement, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, the brand earned accolades including the "Best in STEM" award and recognition as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, underlining its commitment to innovation and employee well-being.

Peter Piper Pizza complements this family-focused portfolio by offering a neighborhood pizzeria experience that combines quality food with engaging entertainment, emphasizing that "The Fun is Baked In." Both brands champion play to support kids' physical wellness and motor skill development through various attractions, fostering community and connection.

CEC Entertainment is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, reflecting the rich backgrounds and perspectives of the families it serves. The company prides itself on a welcoming culture that promotes fun and play and provides ample career growth opportunities. CEC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan to eligible U.S. employees. As a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" employer, Chuck E. Cheese offers competitive, rewarding roles in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.

The Assistant Manager position at Chuck E. Cheese is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to advance their management career in the beloved family entertainment industry leader. This high-energy role involves leading a committed team dedicated to ensuring every guest leaves happy. The Assistant Manager will play a key role in making daily operational decisions related to staff scheduling, cleanliness, product and guest service standards, and more. This position also includes managing sales growth and profit maximization by recruiting, training, coaching, and motivating the team to meet company and guest expectations.

An Assistant Manager at Chuck E. Cheese will be responsible for delivering outstanding guest service and maintaining a safe, clean, and efficiently run environment. They must understand cost control, accounting for inventory, financial management, and labor costs. The role includes ownership of an "Area of Impact" (AOI) with rotations through kitchen management, sales oversight, showroom party planning, and gameroom operations, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the venue.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong coaching and communication skills, composure, resourcefulness, ethical conduct, and effective time and priority management. The position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, perform physical activities like standing, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, walking, and squatting during shifts, and withstand a dynamic work environment with flashing lights, loud noise, and varying temperature conditions.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, must be at least 21 years old (with potential local variations approved by the Regional Vice President), and have at least one year of management experience in food service or six months as an Opening Coordinator. The Assistant Manager position offers not only a challenging and rewarding career path but also a chance to be part of a company that values family, fun, and community engagement while fostering professional development in a nurturing environment.