Restaurant & Operations Manager

About the role

Lucky Strike Entertainment is one of the largest location‑based entertainment companies in the world, operating 360 upscale and traditional bowling centers, five waterparks, a large amusement park in California, and 10 Boomers Family Entertainment Centers. With over 14,000 associates and nearly $1.4 billion in annual revenue, the company focuses on delivering memorable hospitality experiences. As a Restaurant and Operations Manager, you will lead food and beverage, bar, and bowling operations across every shift, flex into any role the floor needs, and build a team that consistently delivers great hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across food and beverage, bar, kitchen, bowling, and arcade, maintaining service flow and hospitality standards every shift
• Drive revenue through sales‑focused service, upselling, guest engagement, and event support
• Recruit, train, coach, and schedule teams that consistently meet company standards and genuinely serve guests well
• Own labor management, food and beverage cost control, inventory accuracy, and daily financial targets
• Stay on the floor supporting FOH and BOH, resolving guest issues in real time, and reinforcing a culture of accountability
• Ensure the center is operationally ready and guest‑ready through every high‑volume shift

Requirements

• 3 or more years of leadership experience in restaurant, hospitality, or high‑volume food and beverage operations
• Proven ability to drive food and beverage sales and build teams that deliver it consistently
• Experience training and developing hourly leaders in fast‑paced environments
• Floor‑first management style with a strong read on guest experience
• Solid financial acumen including labor, food cost, inventory, and P&L contribution
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and standing or walking for extended periods
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to select from based on your needs
• Wellness resources to help you along your wellness journey
• 401(k) Retirement Plans
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation and Holidays
• Perks! Bowling, Boomer's, and Waterpark discounts, Retail discounts, Event discounts, and more!
• DNP Benefits
• Performance‑based incentives and a competitive total rewards package (details vary by position)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000 per year.