Assistant Restaurant Manager

CEC Entertainment, LLC is a nationally recognized leader in the family dining and entertainment industry, proudly operating some of the most beloved brands like Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, the company is committed to creating joyful, lasting memories through a unique combination of fun, food, and play experiences that families cherish. Operating nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment is a major player dedicated to fostering community connections and promoting physical wellness and developmental skills in children through their entertainment attractions.

CEC Entertainment stands out for its strong commitment to safety, diversity, and inclusion. The company has implemented rigorous health and sanitation standards to protect employees and guests, including programs like Kid Check® that ensure child safety during visits. The organization also prioritizes workforce diversity, actively seeking employees from varied backgrounds to reflect the guests they serve. Recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces and honored with the "Best in STEM" award in 2025 for its innovation and employee well-being initiatives, CEC Entertainment presents an exciting and growth-oriented workplace for career professionals.

The Assistant Manager position at Chuck E. Cheese offers a dynamic opportunity for individuals aiming to elevate their management careers within a vibrant family entertainment environment. This role is pivotal in leading a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences where "every guest leaves happy." Assistant Managers take on daily decision-making responsibilities involving time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, and upholding service quality standards. They directly influence sales growth and profitability by recruiting, training, developing, and motivating team members to meet and exceed company and guest expectations.

Assistant Managers at Chuck E. Cheese play an integral role in coaching and inspiring staff to deliver excellent guest service while maintaining a safe, clean, and operationally efficient environment. The role requires a keen understanding of cost control procedures, financial management, inventory oversight, and labor management. Each Assistant Manager takes ownership of an Area of Impact (AOI) which could include the Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, or Gameroom. Through a rotational system, Assistant Managers gain comprehensive experience managing all facets of the restaurant's operations—from food safety and product ordering in the kitchen, to monitoring sales and merchandise profitability, leading birthday party execution, and collaborating in game room maintenance.

CEC Entertainment offers both exempt and non-exempt commission structures with varying commission potentials for Membership and Fun Pass sales, paid bi-weekly in accordance with state laws. The position demands physical stamina to perform essential functions such as lifting objects up to 50 pounds and enduring active, on-foot work in an environment with varying temperature conditions and sensory stimuli like flashing lights and loud noise.

As part of its commitment to employee well-being, CEC provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes telemedicine access, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition savings programs, scholarships, and financial relief resources. Full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance options, along with paid time off for eligible staff.

This role is ideal for motivated individuals seeking to develop leadership skills in a fast-paced, rewarding workplace where they can make a substantial impact on guest satisfaction and team success, all while being supported by a company that values inclusion, growth, and fun.