District Manager of Operations

Spanish Springs Lanes; Elkhorn Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Retirement

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Vacation and Holidays

Discounts

Job summary

Lucky Strike Entertainment is seeking a District Manager of Operations to own the performance of an entire district, develop General Managers, and drive sales and operations forward across multiple centers.

This leadership role requires strong financial acumen, strategic planning, and the ability to coach a leadership team while traveling to sites, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of multi-unit leadership in entertainment, hospitality, or F&B with a strong financial track record.
• Proven ability to drive district-wide sales growth and operational performance across multiple locations.
• Strong record of building and developing General Manager talent.
• Advanced financial skills including budgeting, forecasting, margin management, and cost control.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Own sales growth, operational consistency, and profitability across all centers in your district.
• Develop General Managers through direct coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
• Hold full financial accountability for district revenue, labor, COGS, and operating expenses.
• Execute district-wide sales strategies across events, food & beverage, attractions, and guest engagement.
• Ensure facility readiness, safety compliance, and brand standards are upheld at every location.
• Maintain an active field presence during peak periods including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Multi-unit leadership

Financial acumen

Talent development

Strategic sales

Travel readiness

Leadership coaching

Job description

Who We Are

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 District Manager of Operations, you will own the performance of your entire district, develop your General Managers into stronger operators, and execute the sales and operational plans that move the business forward.

What You'll Do

• Own sales growth, operational consistency, and profitability across all centers in your district
• Develop General Managers through direct coaching, performance management, and succession planning
• Hold full financial accountability for district revenue, labor, COGS, and operating expenses
• Execute district-wide sales strategies across events, food and beverage, attractions, and guest engagement
• Ensure facility readiness, safety compliance, and brand standards are upheld at every location
• Maintain an active field presence during peak periods including nights, weekends, and holidays

What You'll Bring

• 7 or more years of multi-unit leadership in entertainment, hospitality, or food and beverage with a strong financial track record
• Demonstrated ability to drive district-wide sales growth and operational performance across multiple locations
• A strong record of building and developing General Manager talent
• Advanced financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, margin management, labor optimization, and cost control
• An analytical and accountable approach to performance; you find the gaps, build the plan, and follow through
• Experience in succession planning and leadership pipeline development
• Willingness to travel regularly and work 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