Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Quarterly performance-based bonus program eligibility
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
long-term disability coverage
Short-Term Disability coverage
Employee assistance program
401k retirement plan with company match
Complimentary Meals
Free access to games
Career advancement opportunities
Engaging and fun company culture
Job Description
Dave & Buster's is a premier restaurant and entertainment venue known for combining delicious food with an exciting gaming environment. This vibrant and high-energy establishment offers guests a unique blend of full-service dining and cutting-edge entertainment experiences, making it a popular destination for families, friends, and corporate groups looking to enjoy a memorable outing. With a strong focus on delivering a fun-filled atmosphere along with exceptional service, Dave & Buster's has built a reputation for providing excellent food, engaging games, and a welcoming environment that encourages social interaction and entertainment for all ages.
As a Restaurant and Operations Manager at Dave & Buster's, you will be a pivotal leader responsible for orchestrating the seamless delivery of top-tier food and beverage operations while ensuring each guest's experience is enjoyable and memorable. This role demands a dynamic individual with the ability to manage both operational details and strategic planning to uphold the company’s high standards of service excellence. You will inspire and lead your team to create a culture rooted in proactive leadership, positive interactions, and a relentless drive for operational success.
The Restaurant and Operations Manager plays a vital role in fostering an environment where guests leave with a smile and a story to tell about their fun-filled visit. Managing a fast-paced, high-volume environment, the manager will oversee the full scope of restaurant operations, including talent management, financial oversight, and guest services. This position is designed for someone with a passion for hospitality, strong leadership capabilities, and the resilience to thrive in an energetic and loud setting. The role typically involves an average 50-hour work week with flexibility to cover evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs demand.
Working at Dave & Buster's means being part of a company that values its employees and offers significant opportunities for career growth. Employees benefit from a competitive compensation package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, performance-based bonuses, a 401K retirement plan with company match, and additional perks such as complimentary meals and free game access. The leadership team supports development through continuous training and fosters an inclusive culture that emphasizes teamwork, respect, and fun. Joining this organization means contributing to and thriving in a workplace that balances delivering exceptional guest experiences with rewarding employee engagement and professional advancement.
As a Restaurant and Operations Manager at Dave & Buster's, you will be a pivotal leader responsible for orchestrating the seamless delivery of top-tier food and beverage operations while ensuring each guest's experience is enjoyable and memorable. This role demands a dynamic individual with the ability to manage both operational details and strategic planning to uphold the company’s high standards of service excellence. You will inspire and lead your team to create a culture rooted in proactive leadership, positive interactions, and a relentless drive for operational success.
The Restaurant and Operations Manager plays a vital role in fostering an environment where guests leave with a smile and a story to tell about their fun-filled visit. Managing a fast-paced, high-volume environment, the manager will oversee the full scope of restaurant operations, including talent management, financial oversight, and guest services. This position is designed for someone with a passion for hospitality, strong leadership capabilities, and the resilience to thrive in an energetic and loud setting. The role typically involves an average 50-hour work week with flexibility to cover evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs demand.
Working at Dave & Buster's means being part of a company that values its employees and offers significant opportunities for career growth. Employees benefit from a competitive compensation package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, performance-based bonuses, a 401K retirement plan with company match, and additional perks such as complimentary meals and free game access. The leadership team supports development through continuous training and fosters an inclusive culture that emphasizes teamwork, respect, and fun. Joining this organization means contributing to and thriving in a workplace that balances delivering exceptional guest experiences with rewarding employee engagement and professional advancement.
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the business
- Comfortable working in a high-energy, loud environment with multiple distractions
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of relevant leadership experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry
- Skilled in financial management, including controlling food/beverage costs and optimizing labor efficiency
- Exceptional communication skills to engage and motivate team members and create a welcoming atmosphere for guests
- Demonstrated physical and mental stamina to manage high-volume business days and work a demanding schedule averaging 50 hours per week
- Proven capability to manage the full scope of operations from meticulous day-to-day details to strategic big-picture planning
- Genuine impactful leadership abilities
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-volume environment combining a full-service restaurant with cutting-edge entertainment
Job Duties
- Lead and mentor hourly team members to consistently deliver a best-in-class guest experience
- Display proactive leadership by personally interacting with team members and guests to ensure a positive and welcoming environment for all
- Oversee all aspects of talent management, including recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, and fostering continuous professional development for a guest-focused team
- Embody and champion our core values, while collaborating with the leadership team to drive business results and achieve operational excellence
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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