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Senior Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job Overview

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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Job training and career growth opportunities

Job Description

CEC Entertainment, LLC is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, headquartered in Irving, Texas. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands, making it a prominent player in the industry of family-friendly restaurants and entertainment centers. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues spanning 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment has established itself as a cornerstone for family fun, combining quality food, engaging entertainment, and a safe environment for kids and families. The company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. Chuck E. Cheese is well-known for celebrating over half a million birthdays annually, creating joyful and lasting memories through innovative programs like Kid Check® that ensure safety and give back to the community. In 2025, the brand was recognized with the “Best in STEM” award and honored as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, underscoring its commitment to employee well-being and innovative culture.

The role of Senior Assistant Manager at CEC Entertainment’s Chuck E. Cheese restaurants is pivotal to maintaining and enhancing the brand’s reputation for delivering exceptional guest experiences. This position goes beyond typical restaurant management duties by embodying and promoting the company’s core values of fun, family, and great food. The Senior Assistant Manager is responsible for ensuring all team members have the resources, training, and motivation necessary to meet and exceed guest expectations. This role demands strong leadership, excellent communication, and a commitment to operational excellence. As part of the management team, the Senior Assistant Manager makes key decisions around time management, staff scheduling, and adherence to product quality and cleanliness standards.

This position offers both exempt and non-exempt employment types with competitive commission potentials based on sales of Memberships and Fun Passes, paid bi-weekly. The Senior Assistant Manager is central to driving sales growth, maximizing profits through effective recruitment, ongoing development of team members, and clear communication of company and guest expectations. The role also requires exercising sound business judgment in various aspects such as cost control, financial accounting, inventory, and labor management.

Chuck E. Cheese is committed to the safety and health of its teams and guests, maintaining rigorous health and sanitation standards. The work environment involves exposure to loud noises, mechanical parts, varying temperatures, and physical activities such as lifting and standing for extended periods. Employees benefit from access to the innovative "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program, which enhances cash flow flexibility. Additionally, CEC Entertainment offers a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan and numerous career growth opportunities. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusion at every level within the business.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older
  • Must have a high-school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of two years previous management experience, preferably in the food service industry or proven track record as a CEC Assistant Manager
  • Ability to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds during scheduled shift
  • Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift
  • Willingness to work in a loud, fast-paced environment with exposure to flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, and varying temperature conditions
  • Adherence to health and sanitation standards
  • Reliable and motivated team player

Job Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older
  • Must have a high-school diploma or GED, college degree preferred
  • Minimum of two years previous management experience preferably in the food service industry or proven track record as a CEC Assistant Manager
  • Demonstrates coaching and developing others
  • Demonstrates ethics and integrity
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to empower others
  • Values diversity
  • Strong time and priority management
  • Skilled in problem solving and decision making

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 judgment in cost control procedures, financial accounting, inventory levels and labor management

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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