Assistant Restaurant Manager

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands. With a legacy rooted in providing a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for families and children, CEC Entertainment offers beloved venues that celebrate joy through great food, engaging entertainment, and memorable play experiences. Chuck E. Cheese is especially known for celebrating over half a million birthdays annually and creating lasting memories where kids can be themselves in a safe and exciting setting. Peter Piper Pizza complements this with a neighborhood pizzeria experience, blending quality food with camaraderie and entertainment. The company's commitment to community is manifested in its substantial donations exceeding $24 million to schools and nonprofits and through safety initiatives like Kid Check. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese garnered the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces, underscoring its dedication not only to innovation but also to employee well-being. Together, the company and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and fun for every family.

The Assistant Manager role at CEC Entertainment is a dynamic and high-energy management opportunity designed for individuals ready to advance their leadership career in the family entertainment industry. This position calls for a motivated leader who can inspire, manage, and oversee a team committed to exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence. The Assistant Manager plays a key role in daily decision-making that impacts time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, product quality, and guest service standards. Through effective coaching and development of team members, this leader builds sales, maximizes profitability, and ensures a safe and engaging environment for guests and employees alike. The role demands versatility, requiring ownership of an "Area of Impact (AOI)" in four rotating areas: Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, and Gameroom—each with unique responsibilities such as managing food safety and preparation, overseeing merchandise and sales processes, leading birthday party execution, or partnering to maintain game and equipment functionality.

CEC Entertainment values integrity, resourcefulness, effective communication, and prioritization skills, seeking candidates who can deliver on those competencies while managing operational and financial metrics including cost control, inventory, and labor management. This full-time or part-time position offers commission opportunities on membership and Fun Pass sales, paid bi-weekly. The role involves physical aspects, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and work in an environment with variable lighting, noise, and temperature conditions. CEC supports employee well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off, educational support, and employee discounts. The company actively promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is ideal for someone passionate about creating fun, safe, and memorable experiences for families while building their leadership skills within a vibrant and supportive company culture.