Assistant Restaurant Manager

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands. Celebrating over half a million birthdays each year, Chuck E. Cheese is dedicated to creating joyful and lasting memories through fun, food, and play. The brand positions itself as the place "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®," emphasizing its commitment to safety through initiatives such as Kid Check® and its significant community support, having donated over $24 million to schools and nonprofits.

In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese was honored with the "Best in STEM" award and named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its leadership in innovation and employee well-being. Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience that combines quality food, engaging entertainment, and lifelong memories, under the promise that "The Fun is Baked In!" Both brands promote play to support physical wellness and strengthen motor skills in children, reinforcing their reputation as beloved family entertainment destinations.

CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and more than 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive culture, emphasizing the importance of fun and play to bring families together and create meaningful connections.

About the Role:

CEC Entertainment is seeking an Assistant Manager to join its dynamic and passionate team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to level up your management career with a beloved leader in the family entertainment industry. The Assistant Manager will be a key player in leading a high-energy team committed to ensuring that every guest leaves happy. This position provides a high-reward environment where leadership and guest service are paramount.

The Assistant Manager will have a hands-on role in making daily operational decisions relating to time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, as well as maintaining the highest product and guest service standards. A vital part of this role is to build sales and maximize profits by effectively recruiting, training, developing, and motivating team members to meet company and guest expectations. Coaching and inspiring the team to deliver outstanding guest service within a safe, clean, and efficient operational environment are crucial aspects of this position.

In addition, the Assistant Manager will manage cost control procedures, inventory, financials, and labor management. Over time, the Assistant Manager will take ownership of an Area of Impact (AOI) in one of four core business areas — Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, or Gameroom — rotating through each to develop comprehensive operational expertise. This includes overseeing kitchen operations like product ordering, food safety, and pizza preparation; managing sales functions such as cashier and gift shop operations; leading showroom event planning and party execution; and collaborating with the Technical Manager to maintain game and equipment quality.

This role requires a blend of leadership skills including coaching, effective communication, composure under pressure, resourcefulness, integrity, and time management. The position is designed for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced and family-friendly environment and are passionate about providing excellent customer experiences.

CEC Entertainment offers competitive commission opportunities for Membership and Fun Pass sales, paid bi-weekly, along with a comprehensive range of employee benefits. This is a full-time position, requiring at least 40 hours per week, and the successful candidate must meet specific age and experience qualifications outlined by the company.