Assistant Restaurant Manager

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade, which serve millions of families across 45 states and 18 countries. CEC Entertainment is dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories by providing a unique combination of food, fun, and play. Chuck E. Cheese alone celebrates over half a million birthdays each year and is known as the place "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®." The company places a strong emphasis on safety, running programs like Kid Check® to ensure a secure environment for children and families. Additionally, CEC Entertainment has a tradition of community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. The company also values innovation and employee well-being, as evidenced by awards such as "Best in STEM" and recognition as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2025.

Peter Piper Pizza complements this family-friendly approach by offering a neighborhood pizzeria experience with quality food and engaging entertainment designed to bring families and communities together. Both Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza promote play to support physical wellness and the development of motor skills in children through a variety of fun attractions. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues, CEC Entertainment fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion, celebrating fun and play as central to uniting families.

The role of Assistant Manager at CEC Entertainment is an exciting leadership opportunity in the family entertainment industry. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences and leading high-performing teams. Assistant Managers at Chuck E. Cheese help ensure that every guest leaves happy by making daily decisions around time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, and maintaining guest service and product standards.

An Assistant Manager has ownership of an "Area of Impact" (AOI), rotating through key areas such as the kitchen, sales floor, showroom, and gameroom. In the kitchen, responsibilities include managing food safety, ordering, scheduling, and overseeing pizza preparation. In sales, the manager supervises operations including the cashier, salad bar, and gift shop, with a focus on sales growth and profitability. Showroom duties involve leading birthday party planning and execution, while gameroom management entails working closely with technical staff to ensure equipment is operational and the environment is guest-ready.

This role demands a leader who can coach and inspire their team, effectively communicate, stay composed under pressure, and demonstrate ethics and integrity. Resourcefulness and strong time and priority management skills are essential. Assistant Managers are expected to understand cost control, inventory, financials, and labor management to build sales and maximize profits. This is a high-energy role offering commission opportunities based on sales of memberships and Fun Passes, with payouts occurring bi-weekly according to state regulations.

CEC Entertainment provides competitive benefits designed to support employees’ health, wellness, and career growth. All employees have access to telemedicine, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, meal discounts, educational scholarships, and financial relief programs. Part-time employees may access medical coverage, dental and vision options, and voluntary life and disability benefits. Full-time employees working an average of 29.5+ hours per week are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, vision, paid sick and vacation time, holidays, and additional benefits such as legal coverage and student loan support. The company is committed to compliance with state and local laws, including paid sick leave accommodations, and fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities served. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities to help them perform essential job functions.