Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
performance-based incentives
Competitive total rewards package
Healthcare coverage
broad range of other benefits
Job Description
Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly known as Bowlero Corp, is recognized as one of the world’s premier location-based entertainment platforms. Boasting over 360 locations across North America, the company specializes in delivering vibrant experiential offerings that include bowling alleys, amusement centers, water parks, and family entertainment centers. Lucky Strike Entertainment is not just a leading player in recreational activities but also owns the Professional Bowlers Association — the major league of bowling and a compelling media property attracting millions of fans worldwide. This rich blend of entertainment options and media presence positions Lucky Strike as an exciting and dynamic workplace for individuals seeking to grow their careers in hospitality and entertainment industries. For additional corporate insights, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.
The Executive Chef role at Lucky Strike Entertainment is both challenging and rewarding, crafted for culinary leaders eager to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume retail and entertainment environments. With a base pay range from $90,000 to $100,000, this full-time leadership position calls for an individual who can manage food operations with precision, maintaining quality standards while effectively overseeing event catering and daily kitchen responsibilities. The Executive Chef will work closely with the operations and sales teams to plan and execute catering for various events, ensuring culinary excellence and compliance with company menus and purchasing programs.
In this role, the Executive Chef leads a diverse kitchen brigade, including lead cooks, cooks, dishwashers, and servers, while reporting to and supporting the center's General Manager on all food-related matters. The position emphasizes budget management responsibilities such as controlling food costs, labor, and supplies while overseeing monthly profit and loss assessments. Furthermore, the Executive Chef plays a crucial role in recruiting, training, and developing top-tier kitchen staff, fostering a culture of culinary excellence and teamwork. This role also demands a strong commitment to sanitation standards and equipment maintenance to meet local health regulations.
Candidates with extensive experience in banquet-style events, high-volume hospitality, or entertainment venues will find this role aligns well with their skills. A bachelor's or culinary degree is preferred, along with a minimum of five years in kitchen management or as an Executive Chef. Additionally, holding a current ServSafe certification is essential, while ServSafe instructor certification or the ability to obtain one is considered an advantage. The role requires excellent customer service skills, exceptional communication abilities, and proven profit and loss management expertise. If you are ready to join a vibrant team and create memorable culinary experiences in a lively entertainment setting, this opportunity at Lucky Strike Entertainment awaits you.
The Executive Chef role at Lucky Strike Entertainment is both challenging and rewarding, crafted for culinary leaders eager to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume retail and entertainment environments. With a base pay range from $90,000 to $100,000, this full-time leadership position calls for an individual who can manage food operations with precision, maintaining quality standards while effectively overseeing event catering and daily kitchen responsibilities. The Executive Chef will work closely with the operations and sales teams to plan and execute catering for various events, ensuring culinary excellence and compliance with company menus and purchasing programs.
In this role, the Executive Chef leads a diverse kitchen brigade, including lead cooks, cooks, dishwashers, and servers, while reporting to and supporting the center's General Manager on all food-related matters. The position emphasizes budget management responsibilities such as controlling food costs, labor, and supplies while overseeing monthly profit and loss assessments. Furthermore, the Executive Chef plays a crucial role in recruiting, training, and developing top-tier kitchen staff, fostering a culture of culinary excellence and teamwork. This role also demands a strong commitment to sanitation standards and equipment maintenance to meet local health regulations.
Candidates with extensive experience in banquet-style events, high-volume hospitality, or entertainment venues will find this role aligns well with their skills. A bachelor's or culinary degree is preferred, along with a minimum of five years in kitchen management or as an Executive Chef. Additionally, holding a current ServSafe certification is essential, while ServSafe instructor certification or the ability to obtain one is considered an advantage. The role requires excellent customer service skills, exceptional communication abilities, and proven profit and loss management expertise. If you are ready to join a vibrant team and create memorable culinary experiences in a lively entertainment setting, this opportunity at Lucky Strike Entertainment awaits you.
Job Requirements
- 5+ years kitchen management or Executive Chef experience
- Current ServSafe certification
- Experience in high-volume entertainment, retail, hospitality, or restaurant venue
- Ability to recruit, train, and manage kitchen staff
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to manage budgets and inventory
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or culinary degree preferred
- 5+ years of kitchen management or Executive Chef experience
- Experience in high-volume retail, entertainment, hospitality, or restaurant venue required
- Extensive experience in banquet style events
- Experience managing and developing teams
- Current ServSafe certification required
- ServSafe instructor certification or ability to be certified preferred
- High-level profit and loss capability
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership and organizational skills
Job Duties
- Adhere to the company’s mandated F&B menu and purchasing programs
- Maintain budgeted revenue, costs of sales, labor, supplies, as well as operating cash flow related to food operations
- Review monthly profit and loss statements and make necessary adjustments
- Work with Operations and Sales teams to plan, supervise, and execute events including food and beverage preparation, service, and cleanup
- Assist with cooking when needed
- Estimate food consumption and make purchases according to the specified food program
- Schedule staff efficiently to accommodate shifts in business volume
- Recruit, hire, train, and retain kitchen staff
- Develop key staff including sous chefs and lead cooks
- Ensure product quality, freshness, and presentation meet company standards
- Supervise preparation, portioning, garnishing, and storage of all food
- Manage kitchen equipment maintenance
- Conduct sanitation audits and cleaning schedules
- Comply with local Department of Health regulations
- Report critical issues to General Manager
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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