Deputy Manager

Tenpin - Peterborough; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

33 days holidays

Parental leave

Team discounts

Free bowling

Free meals

Medicash

EAP

Counselling

Life cover 4x salary

Birthday leave

Long service awards

Job summary

Tenpin - Peterborough is expanding and seeks a Deputy Manager to oversee daily operations, lead a large team, and drive sales and guest satisfaction at our new Queensgate location. You will support the General Manager, foster a customer-focused culture, and promote collaboration across the centre.

We value energetic leaders with a passion for service, ready to develop their careers in a dynamic family entertainment environment. Competitive bonuses and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of management experience in leisure, hospitality or retail.
• Passionate about exceptional customer service.
• Have experience in leading and developing large teams.
• Determined, enthusiastic and patient.
• Ambitious and eager to progress.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the centre.
• Create a customer-focused culture.
• Lead the team by example for effective collaboration.
• Deputise for the General Manager, and support in achieving targets and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Management

Customer service

Team leadership

Energetic

Ambitious

Job description

We’re expanding! Join the Peterborough team at our latest location and grow with us!

We are opening a brand new, state of the art family entertainment centre at Queensgate Shopping Centre in December 2026.
Are you a driven, passionate leader who can create a fun environment for our customers and team while meeting company objectives?

TENPIN IS NOT JUST ABOUT BOWLING... We have something fun for all the family to do, regardless of age. We love to entertain—it's in our DNA! Beyond bowling, we offer Karaoke, Interactive Darts, Arcade Machines, Pool Tables, licensed bars with cocktails, and a fabulous food menu.

A career at Tenpin is like no other. The opportunities are endless, and the benefits are pretty cool too!

The Role

As a Deputy Manager at Tenpin, you'll ensure our customers have a great time and create a fun environment for both them and our team. You'll support the General Manager with daily operations, team development, and driving sales and profits. Your duties include:

• Manage daily operations of the centre
• Create a customer-focused culture
• Lead the team by example for effective collaboration
• Deputise for the General Manager, and support in achieving targets and KPIs
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills You Need

• Minimum 1 year of management experience in leisure, hospitality or retail
• Passionate about exceptional customer service
• Have experience in leading and developing large teams
• Determined, enthusiastic and patient
• Ambitious and eager to progress

Our Fantastic Benefits

• Industry-leading bonus scheme
• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption leave
• Tenpin Treats – Retailer discounts and Best Doctors
• Free Bowling for family & friends
• Free Food (when working 6+ hours)
• Medicash
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free counselling
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• Birthday off
• Long Service Awards

Career Development

Looking for career development? Tenpin is the place to start. We value great people and offer opportunities for advancement, with many of our managers having started as Team Members.