Executive Chef

Lucky Strike; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) Retirement Plans

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Bowling discounts

Waterpark discounts

Event discounts

Job summary

Join Lucky Strike in California as an Executive Chef, where you will lead culinary operations and ensure high standards in food quality. This working chef role demands hands-on involvement and leadership in a high-volume environment, focusing on developing your BOH team and managing food costs.

With 5+ years of culinary leadership and a current ServSafe certification, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences at Lucky Strike's entertainment venues, all while enjoying a competitive benefits package that includes medical, 401(k), and perks like discounts on bowling and events.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of culinary leadership in a high-volume food and beverage environment.
• Proven experience running banquet and event operations including large-scale catering.
• Current ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Own all culinary operations, ensuring food quality and consistency.
• Develop Kitchen Managers and BOH teams through coaching and training.
• Manage food cost, labor, inventory, and BOH financial performance.

Skills

Culinary leadership in a high-volume environment

Banquet and event operations management

Financial acumen including food cost control

ServSafe certification

Team development and 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 Executive Chef at Lucky Strike Entertainment, you will work the line five days a week, develop your Kitchen Managers and BOH team, and ensure every plate that leaves the kitchen reflects the standard this brand is known for. This is a working chef role, not a desk role.

What You’ll Do

• Own all culinary operations, driving food quality, consistency, and BOH performance across every service period and event
• Work a full cooking schedule five days a week including nights, weekends, holidays, and high-volume events
• Develop Kitchen Managers and BOH teams through daily coaching, training, and performance feedback
• Manage food cost, labor, inventory, and full BOH financial performance
• Partner with Operations on new product rollouts, seasonal promotions, and special events

What You’ll Bring

• 5 or more years of culinary leadership in a high-volume food and beverage environment
• Proven experience running banquet and event operations including large-scale catering and high-volume service
• A working culinary skill set; you are actively on the line during peak service, not directing from behind a desk
• A track record of developing Kitchen Managers and BOH teams
• Advanced financial acumen including food cost control, labor optimization, and P&L contribution
• Current ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

What You’ll Get

• 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 pay range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000 annually.