Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.13
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Job training and career growth opportunities
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 several iconic brands including Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. Celebrating over half a million birthdays annually, Chuck E. Cheese is dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through fun, food, and play. The brand is committed to safety and community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. Chuck E. Cheese is known as the place "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®," emphasizing a joyful, inclusive environment for families. In 2025, the brand received the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its industry leadership in innovation and employee well-being. Peter Piper Pizza complements the family dining experience by offering quality food and engaging entertainment, creating lifelong memories for neighborhoods while fostering physical wellness and motor skill development in children.
CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of diversity, fun, and play to unite families everywhere. To support its workforce, CEC offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities, with programs like "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow," which allows employees early access to earned wages.
The Senior Assistant Manager role at Chuck E. Cheese is essential in delivering the high-quality guest experiences expected by customers. This role goes beyond restaurant management; it focuses heavily on managing expectations and building trust with guests. The Senior Assistant Manager ensures the team is equipped with the right resources, training, and motivation so that every guest leaves happy. This position is both challenging and rewarding with compensation ranging from $18.11 to $20.13 hourly, plus commission based on membership and Fun Pass sales. Commission payouts are made bi-weekly or according to state law.
Key responsibilities of the Senior Assistant Manager include making daily operational decisions regarding staff scheduling, resource allocation, and maintaining high standards of product quality and cleanliness. This role requires strong leadership to recruit, train, develop, and communicate company and guest expectations effectively to the team. Coaching and motivating the staff to deliver outstanding guest service and uphold safety standards are fundamental aspects of the job. Additionally, the Senior Assistant Manager exercises sound judgment in managing labor costs, financial accounting, inventory levels, and cost control procedures.
Candidates for this role should demonstrate abilities in coaching and developing others, ethical behavior, effective communication, empowering team members, valuing diversity, prioritization, and problem solving. The job environment includes exposure to loud noises, flashing lights, and moving mechanical parts, as well as the ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as standing, bending, and walking throughout shifts.
CEC Entertainment values safety and health and implements rigorous health and sanitation procedures designed to protect both employees and guests. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and respecting all federally, state, and locally protected classes.
CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of diversity, fun, and play to unite families everywhere. To support its workforce, CEC offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities, with programs like "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow," which allows employees early access to earned wages.
The Senior Assistant Manager role at Chuck E. Cheese is essential in delivering the high-quality guest experiences expected by customers. This role goes beyond restaurant management; it focuses heavily on managing expectations and building trust with guests. The Senior Assistant Manager ensures the team is equipped with the right resources, training, and motivation so that every guest leaves happy. This position is both challenging and rewarding with compensation ranging from $18.11 to $20.13 hourly, plus commission based on membership and Fun Pass sales. Commission payouts are made bi-weekly or according to state law.
Key responsibilities of the Senior Assistant Manager include making daily operational decisions regarding staff scheduling, resource allocation, and maintaining high standards of product quality and cleanliness. This role requires strong leadership to recruit, train, develop, and communicate company and guest expectations effectively to the team. Coaching and motivating the staff to deliver outstanding guest service and uphold safety standards are fundamental aspects of the job. Additionally, the Senior Assistant Manager exercises sound judgment in managing labor costs, financial accounting, inventory levels, and cost control procedures.
Candidates for this role should demonstrate abilities in coaching and developing others, ethical behavior, effective communication, empowering team members, valuing diversity, prioritization, and problem solving. The job environment includes exposure to loud noises, flashing lights, and moving mechanical parts, as well as the ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as standing, bending, and walking throughout shifts.
CEC Entertainment values safety and health and implements rigorous health and sanitation procedures designed to protect both employees and guests. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and respecting all federally, state, and locally protected classes.
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age or older (RVP approval may allow lower age as permitted by law)
- Able to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds during shift
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during shifts
- Must pass background checks as required
- Able to work in a loud, fast-paced environment with flashing lights and mechanical parts
- High school diploma or GED required
- Two years of management experience in food service preferred
Job Qualifications
- High-school diploma or GED
- Minimum of two years management experience preferably in food service or proven track record as a CEC Assistant Manager
- Strong leadership and coaching skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Knowledge of cost control and financial procedures
- Commitment to safety and quality standards
Job Duties
- Make daily decisions involving time management, staff scheduling and support, uphold product quality, cleanliness and other company standards
- Build sales and maximize profits by recruiting, training, developing and communicating company and guest expectations to the team
- Coach, teach and motivate team to maintain high quality guest service and safety
- Exercise good business skills and judgement in cost control procedures, financial accounting, inventory levels and labor management
- Ensure compliance with safety and health standards and promote a welcoming environment
- Manage daily restaurant operations effectively to meet company goals
- Support and mentor team members to foster a positive work culture
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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