Restaurant & Operations Manager

Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is a leading name in location-based entertainment, providing unique and engaging experiences across more than 360 locations in North America. Known for its vibrant bowling alleys, arcades, water parks, and family entertainment centers, Lucky Strike combines fun, food, and entertainment under one roof. The company is also proud owner of the Professional Bowlers Association, a prestigious major league of bowling with global reach and millions of fans. This extensive network and diverse portfolio position Lucky Strike Entertainment as a premier destination for leisure and social activities, offering high-energy environments where guests can enjoy a blend of sports, games, and dining.

The Restaurant / Entertainment Manager role at Lucky Strike Entertainment is dynamic and integral to the smooth operation and success of each center. This full-time position, offering a salary range of $55,000 to $60,000 annually, involves leading day-to-day center operations with a focus on both the entertainment and food and beverage aspects of the business. Restaurant / Entertainment Managers act as key partners to the General Manager and step in to oversee the entire center management in their absence. This professional is not only responsible for maintaining high guest satisfaction but also for building and nurturing a talented hourly team that supports the center’s goals.

In this role, individuals will coordinate multiple team members, manage real-time problem resolution, and ensure operational excellence. They will consistently champion guest services, ensuring every visitor leaves with an exceptional experience. From scheduling staffing levels to maximize efficiency and guest experience, to driving sales via marketing strategies such as leagues and open play bowling, the Restaurant / Entertainment Manager’s responsibilities are diverse and engaging. A significant part of the job involves fostering strong relationships with league bowlers and officers to boost league business, alongside managing administrative league duties.

Moreover, this position demands strong leadership capabilities to recruit, hire, train, and motivate staff effectively while expanding the Food & Beverage program to maintain the highest quality dining standards. Managers will oversee sales culture development, corporate initiative execution, and uphold consistent service standards. Flexibility is crucial, as managers must be ready to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended workdays to meet the center’s scheduling needs.

This role is an excellent stepping-stone for those aiming to become General Managers, offering hands-on experience and professional growth within a globally recognized entertainment company. As part of Lucky Strike’s team, employees enjoy a performance-based incentives program and a competitive benefits package, including healthcare coverage. Interested candidates will find this position rewarding, fast-paced, and central to crafting memorable guest experiences while developing leadership skills and driving business growth.