Restaurant & Operations Manager

Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly known as Bowlero Corp, is a leading location-based entertainment company with over 360 venues across North America. Specializing in experiential entertainment, Lucky Strike offers guests a dynamic mix of bowling, arcade games, water parks, and family entertainment centers. As a company that also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, Lucky Strike boasts a major league presence in bowling and a robust media footprint reaching millions of fans worldwide. This positions Lucky Strike not just as a place to work but as a key player in the entertainment and hospitality industry with innovative offerings that bring fun and excitement to millions of people. The company emphasizes creating extraordinary guest experiences through vibrant venues and dedicated team members who embrace fun, hospitality, and community engagement.

The Restaurant / Entertainment Manager role at Lucky Strike Entertainment is an integral, multifaceted leadership position designed for individuals passionate about hospitality and dynamic entertainment environments. This role is highly active and requires a manager who is comfortable being on their feet, coordinating diverse teams, and swiftly resolving operational challenges in real-time. The Restaurant / Entertainment Manager serves as a vital support to the General Manager, overseeing comprehensive center management including food and beverage operations, entertainment offerings, property maintenance, and overall guest satisfaction. When the General Manager is unavailable, this manager assumes full responsibility for the center, ensuring all aspects run smoothly and efficiently.

Daily responsibilities revolve around prioritizing guest satisfaction, improving operational execution, and cultivating lasting relationships with league patrons and the local community. The manager is tasked with recruiting, training, and developing a talented team that embodies the company’s customer-first philosophy while driving productivity and sales. A key focus includes expanding and overseeing the Food & Beverage program to guarantee high-quality offerings that delight guests and foster repeat business. The role demands flexibility, as managers work varying shifts, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours during peak operations.

Lucky Strike Entertainment offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 annually for this role. Beyond base pay, the company provides performance-based incentives alongside a comprehensive benefits package that covers healthcare and other perks designed to support employee well-being and professional growth. For individuals aiming to progress to a General Manager position within a thriving entertainment environment, this role offers an excellent career path with hands-on leadership experience and the chance to impact a vibrant and fast-paced business. The company values team players who are exceptional people developers, customer service professionals, and effective communicators ready to embrace the energetic atmosphere of the hospitality and entertainment sectors.