Assistant Restaurant Manager

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck’s Arcade brands. Each location is dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through a perfect blend of fun, food, and play, making it a trusted destination where kids can be themselves and families can come together to celebrate special moments. Chuck E. Cheese alone celebrates over half a million birthdays annually, showcasing the brand's dedication to family entertainment and community engagement. The company also champions safety with initiatives like Kid Check®, and its philanthropic efforts have resulted in more than $24 million donated to schools and nonprofits. Recognized for innovation and workplace excellence, Chuck E. Cheese was honored with the “Best in STEM” award and named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2025, reflecting its commitment to employee well-being and industry leadership.

CEC Entertainment operates nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, creating widespread opportunities for career advancement within a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and fun. Peter Piper Pizza focuses on delivering a neighborhood pizzeria experience that integrates engaging entertainment with quality food, fostering community connections through play that promotes physical wellness and motor skill development in children.

About the Role:

The Assistant Manager position at CEC Entertainment is a high-energy, rewarding role for individuals eager to elevate their management careers within the family entertainment industry. As an Assistant Manager, you will play a crucial leadership role in delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring that every visitor leaves with a smile. This role encompasses overseeing day-to-day restaurant operations, including staff scheduling, cleanliness, guest service standards, and financial management. You will be responsible for recruiting, training, developing, and motivating your team to meet and exceed the company’s sales and service goals.

Your responsibilities include managing a designated Area of Impact (AOI) in rotation through critical departments such as the Kitchen, Sales, Showroom, and Gameroom. This comprehensive exposure allows you to develop a multi-faceted skill set by supervising food safety and preparation, sales and inventory control, party event planning, and game maintenance. This role requires a hands-on leader who values coaching, effective communication, integrity, and time management. The role offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $17.33 to $19.25, with additional commission potential based on Membership and Fun Pass sales, making it a lucrative opportunity within a supportive and dynamic company.

CEC Entertainment offers a vibrant work environment characterized by fast-paced operations, teamwork, and a strong community focus. Employees enjoy access to extensive benefits and perks that support their personal and professional growth. Whether you are managing the excitement on the showroom floor or ensuring seamless operations behind the scenes, you will be an integral part of fostering the fun and friendly atmosphere that defines the brand. This position requires physical stamina and adaptability to a varied work environment, which includes exposure to dynamic lighting, sounds, and temperature changes common in entertainment venues.