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 including Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. Known for creating joyful, lasting memories, Chuck E. Cheese celebrates over half a million birthdays annually and is widely regarded as the place "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid." The brand is committed to safety with programs like Kid Check and community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese earned the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, showcasing its dedication to both innovation and employee well-being.

Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience that combines quality food, engaging entertainment, and lifelong memories, with the philosophy that "The Fun is Baked In." Both brands emphasize amusement and connection, encouraging physical wellness and development of motor skills in children through a variety of attractions. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues spread across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment fosters a diverse and inclusive culture focused on fun and family play.

The Assistant Manager role at CEC Entertainment is a dynamic, high-energy opportunity ideal for individuals looking to advance their management career in the family entertainment industry. This position offers an hourly wage of $18.40 to $20.45, supplemented by commission potential based on Membership and Fun Pass sales, paid bi-weekly. The Assistant Manager plays a crucial leadership role in ensuring every guest leaves happy by leading a motivated team dedicated to excellent guest experiences.

Key responsibilities include making daily decisions related to time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, and maintaining high standards of product and service quality. The role involves recruiting, training, developing, and motivating staff to meet company goals and exceed guest expectations. Assistant Managers coach their teams to deliver outstanding guest service while ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient environment.

Effective cost control, inventory management, financial monitoring, and labor management are essential aspects of the role. The Assistant Manager takes ownership of a specific Area of Impact (AOI) such as the Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, or Gameroom, with rotations across each area to build comprehensive operational expertise. This includes managing food safety and preparation, overseeing sales and merchandise profitability, planning birthday party execution, and partnering with technical staff to maintain equipment functionality.

The role demands strong leadership skills, including coaching, effective communication, composure, resourcefulness, ethics, integrity, and time management. Candidates should have a minimum of one year managing people, preferably in food service, or experience as an Opening Coordinator. The job requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk, and squat, and tolerate environments with varied conditions including noise, lighting, and temperature extremes.

CEC Entertainment offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employees nationwide. All employees have access to telemedicine, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, meal discounts, Employee Assistance Program, tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources. Part-time employees may enroll in medical coverage options such as fixed indemnity, dental, and vision, while full-time employees enjoy extensive medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage, and additional education support.

CEC Entertainment is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, maintaining a hiring policy that does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. They also consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. This company prioritizes health and safety with rigorous sanitation standards designed to protect both employees and guests.

Joining CEC Entertainment as an Assistant Manager means becoming part of a family-oriented, fun-focused company that values career growth, innovation, and creating memorable guest experiences in a supportive and inclusive environment. This role offers the perfect blend of leadership, operational management, and the joy of working in a lively, family fun atmosphere.