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Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid sick/vacation time
Paid holidays
Employee meal discounts
Tuition savings
scholarships
Employee assistance program
Early wage access
telemedicine

Job Description

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 nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment creates joyful, lasting memories through a combination of fun, food, and play. The company's mission is encapsulated in the phrase "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®," emphasizing its commitment to providing safe and engaging environments for children and families. Known for celebrating over half a million birthdays annually, Chuck E. Cheese dedicates itself to safety programs like Kid Check® and has contributed more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits, reflecting strong community engagement and support.

In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese received the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its leadership in innovation and employee well-being. Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience with quality food and engaging entertainment, striving to create lifelong memories where "The Fun is Baked In." Both brands champion physical wellness and motor skill development for children through fun-driven attractions and play.

CEC Entertainment fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion, actively celebrating fun and play to unite families everywhere. The company offers its employees a competitive benefits package, job training, and growth opportunities, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, and a 401(k) retirement plan. They are a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" employer, ensuring employees have timely access to earnings and resources.

The Assistant Manager role at Chuck E. Cheese is an exciting leadership opportunity for those ready to elevate their management career in the beloved family entertainment industry. This position involves leading a high-energy team committed to making sure every guest leaves happy. Assistant Managers make critical decisions daily involving time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness, product quality, and guest service standards. They build sales and maximize profits by recruiting, training, and motivating their team to meet company expectations. The role also involves coaching staff to deliver outstanding guest service in a safe, clean, and well-run environment.

Additionally, Assistant Managers understand and apply cost control procedures, manage inventory and financials, and handle labor management. They take ownership of one of four "Areas of Impact" (AOI) during their rotation: the Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, or Gameroom. Responsibilities include overseeing food safety and preparation, monitoring sales and merchandise profitability, leading birthday party execution, and maintaining game room equipment. The role requires effective communication skills, composure, resourcefulness, and integrity. Essential functions also involve physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working in various environmental conditions.

This is a full-time role requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week, with candidates ideally having a high school diploma or GED, at least 21 years of age (adjusted per local law for alcohol service), and some management experience in the food service industry or equivalent. CEC Entertainment values safety, inclusion, and provides accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The position offers commission opportunities based on membership and Fun Pass sales, paid out bi-weekly, making it a highly rewarding opportunity for motivated leaders ready to make a difference in a dynamic, family-centered environment.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to work 40 hours a week
  • Must have a high-school diploma or GED
  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older (RVP approval may allow for hiring at the age permitted by local law for serving alcohol)
  • Minimum of one year of experience managing people, preferably in the food service industry or experience as an Opening Coordinator for at least six months
  • Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds during scheduled shift
  • Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift
  • Must work in an environment with flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, loud noise and exposure to wet, humid, and extreme heat and cold conditions

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of one year experience managing people, preferably in the food service industry or at least six months as an Opening Coordinator
  • Strong coaching and development skills
  • Effective communication
  • Ability to maintain composure and resourcefulness
  • Demonstrates ethics and integrity
  • Excellent time and priority management skills
  • Ability to work within a team environment and lead others

Job Duties

  • Make daily decisions that involve time management, staff scheduling, cleanliness and upholding product and guest service standards
  • Build sales and maximize profits by effectively recruiting, training, developing and motivating your team to meet company and guest expectations
  • Coach and inspire the team to deliver outstanding guest service and ensure a safe, clean, and run environment
  • Understand cost control procedures, inventory, financials, and labor management
  • Take ownership of an Area of Impact “AOI” in one of four areas and complete a rotation in the Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, and Gameroom
  • Manage food safety, ordering, and scheduling in the Kitchen, including pizza dough preparation and menu item cooking
  • Oversee sales results, inventory, ordering and profitability management in Sales, including Cashier, Salad Bar and Gift Shop
  • Lead birthday party execution and planning in the Showroom
  • Partner with the Technical Manager in the Gameroom to maintain equipment, analyze game data and ensure cleanliness and guest readiness

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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