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Restaurant & Operations Manager

AMF
Cheektowaga, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/6/2027
Who We Are:
Why Lucky Strike?

We Are Lucky Strike Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful location-based entertainment companies in the World with 360 upscale and traditional Bowling Centers, five expansive and well-located Waterparks, a large Amusement Park in California and 10 upscale Boomers Family Entertainment Centers in major markets.
From a humble beginning with one bowling center in 1997, we redefined an industry and built a powerhouse Company with 14,000 Associates and nearly $1.4 billion in annual revenue. Hospitality is our core and we strive to deliver memorable experiences for every guest on every visit.
When you join Lucky Strike, you join a team of passionate winners and give yourself the best opportunity for sustained career growth and opportunity. It’s not easy to get hired by us – we want only the most talented and committed Managers, but when you do join Lucky Strike, the rewards are abundant.
Overview:
The Role
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 delivers great hospitality without being asked twice.
What You'll Do
  • 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
What You'll Bring
  • 3 or more years of leadership experience in restaurant, hospitality, or high-volume food and beverage operations
  • A 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
  • A 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
What You'll Get
Our people are the reason guests keep coming back. Here is what we offer our Management team:
  • 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!
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Benefits:
Lucky Strike Entertainment offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. More details regarding benefits are available here: Lucky Strike Entertainment Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65,000 to $70,000 per year.

Benefits:

Employee Discounts, Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000

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