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General Manager in Training

Lucky Strike Entertainment
Aliso Viejo, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
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 General Manager at Lucky Strike Entertainment, you will own the guest experience, the team, the financials, and the culture of your center, leading from the floor and building a place people genuinely want to come back to.

What You'll Do

  • Lead all center operations across bowling, arcade, food and beverage, bar, and events, flexing into any role the business needs throughout the day
  • Drive daily sales through direct guest engagement, event execution, and marketing initiatives
  • Build and develop high-performing teams across every department, creating a culture of accountability, empowerment, and genuine hospitality
  • Set performance expectations and hold teams to consistent results across sales, operations, and guest satisfaction
  • Own full P&L performance including labor, COGS, inventory, and cost controls
  • Keep the facility, attractions, kitchen, bar, and event spaces clean, operational, and guest-ready at all times

What You'll Bring

  • Significant leadership experience in a high-volume, guest-focused venue (entertainment, hospitality, or full-service restaurant)
  • A proven record of driving sales growth and hitting financial targets
  • Full P&L fluency including budgeting, forecasting, labor optimization, and cost control
  • A track record of building and developing leadership teams from the ground up
  • A visible, floor-first leadership presence, especially during peak periods
  • Flexible schedule 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!

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 range for this position is $95,000 to $105,000.

Salary : $95,000 - $105,000

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