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Restaurant General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $68,640.00 - $81,140.00
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Tuition savings
Employee assistance program (EAP)
telemedicine
Early wage access
scholarships
Financial relief resources

Job Description

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in the family dining and entertainment industry. The company proudly operates some of the most iconic brands including Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues spread across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment has established itself as a prominent figure in creating memorable family experiences that combine great food, fun, and safe play. Chuck E. Cheese annually celebrates over half a million birthdays and is known as the place "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®." The company's commitment to safety is evident through programs like Kid Check® and significant community involvement, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese was honored with the "Best in STEM" award and named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, which highlights their leadership in innovation and employee well-being.

CEC Entertainment prioritizes a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that embraces fun and play as uniting factors for families. Peter Piper Pizza adds to the family dining experience by delivering quality food with engaging entertainment, fostering community connections with the slogan "The Fun is Baked In!" Both brands emphasize physical wellness and development for children through interactive attractions that promote motor skills.

As a General Manager at Chuck E. Cheese, you will be the dynamic energy source driving the restaurant’s success and the heartbeat of its vibrant atmosphere. This role demands a dedicated leader who can inspire and energize a team to ensure every guest leaves happy, making the restaurant not just a place to eat but a destination to create joyful memories. The General Manager is responsible for the overall operation, ensuring high standards in product quality, cleanliness, safety, guest service, and employee engagement. This position requires strong leadership skills to recruit, train, motivate, and develop staff in order to maximize sales and profits. The role also demands excellent business judgment and competence in managing labor, controlling costs, and overseeing inventory in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation for this role ranges from $68,640 to $81,140 annually, supplemented with commission opportunities based on membership and Fun Pass sales. Chuck E. Cheese offers an innovative “Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow” program, enabling employees to access earned wages without waiting for regular payroll cycles. The position offers comprehensive benefits and perks aimed to support the health, career growth, and financial well-being of employees. CEC Entertainment is committed to a safe and healthy work environment, with rigorous health and sanitation standards that exceed local regulations.

Joining CEC Entertainment means becoming part of a company that values ethics, inclusivity, and professional development, committed to creating memorable experiences for families across the nation. It represents a career opportunity in a thriving industry with market-leading brands that continue to innovate and support their teams. If you have proven leadership experience within the restaurant industry and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, this General Manager position at Chuck E. Cheese offers a rewarding and impactful career path.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older
  • College degree preferred
  • Minimum of four years experience in restaurant industry managing quality shifts and driving sales or proven track record as CEC Manager or Senior Assistant Manager
  • Ability to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds
  • Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift
  • Ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others including guests and team members
  • Willingness to work in an environment with flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, loud noise, and exposure to non-weather related wet, humid, extreme heat and cold conditions

Job Qualifications

  • Coaching and developing others
  • Demonstrates ethics and integrity
  • Effective communication
  • Empowers others
  • Values diversity
  • Time and priority management
  • Problem solving and decision making

Job Duties

  • Make daily decisions involving time management, staff scheduling and support, uphold product quality, cleanliness and company standards
  • Build sales and maximize profits by recruiting, training, developing and communicating company and guest expectations
  • Coach, teach and motivate team to maintain high quality guest service and safety
  • Exercise excellent business skills and judgment in cost control procedures, financial accounting, inventory levels and labor management

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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