Restaurant General Manager

CEC Entertainment, LLC; Darien (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telemedicine

Earned wages access

401(k) retirement plan

Employee meal discounts

Tuition savings

Job summary

CEC Entertainment, LLC, the parent of Chuck E. Cheese, seeks an energetic General Manager in Darien, IL to set the tone for the restaurant and lead guests and team to deliver memorable experiences. You will drive daily operations and coach the team to excellence.

Lead staffing, quality, safety, and guest service while building sales. The role includes earned wages access and a competitive benefits package designed for nationwide employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years' restaurant management experience driving sales and quality shifts.
• Experience as a CEC Manager or Senior Assistant Manager is acceptable.
• College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make daily decisions involving time management, staff scheduling and support, uphold product quality and cleanliness.
• Build sales and maximize profits by recruiting, training, developing and communicating expectations.
• Coach and motivate the team to maintain high quality guest service and safety.
• Exercise business judgement in cost controls, inventory, and labor management.

Skills

Coaching & Developing Others

Ethics & Integrity

Effective Communication

Empowers Others

Diversity & Inclusion

Time & Priority Management

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Education

4+ years restaurant management experience

Job description

At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose and our passion is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play!

Compensation Details

$47,000.00 - $59,850.00 Annually

Commission Details

Exempt: Commission potential from $0.50 to $10.00 for each Membership you sell, and from $0.15 to $3.00 for each Fun Pass you sell! Paid out bi-weekly (unless state law requires otherwise).

Non-Exempt: Commission potential from $2.00 to $8.00 for each Membership you sell, and from $0.60 to $2.40 for each Fun Pass you sell! Paid out bi-weekly (unless state law requires otherwise).

Job Description

We’re looking for an energy source, someone who can set the tone for an entire restaurant. One of those rare General Managers who can get people excited about making sure “every guest leaves happy.” Sound familiar? As a GM at Chuck E. Cheese, you’ll make amazing things happen for guests and employees alike. And as you would expect from the industry leader, we’ll make it worth your while. Chuck E. Cheese now offers access to earned wages with our NEW “Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow” program. Don’t wait between paychecks anymore!

Job Responsibilities

Make daily decisions that involve time management, staff scheduling and support, uphold product quality, cleanliness and other Company standards Build sales and maximize profits by effectively recruiting, training, developing and communicating Company and Guest expectations to the entire team Coach, teach and motivate team to maintain high quality Guest service and safety Exercise excellent business skills and judgement in cost control procedures, financial accounting, inventory levels and labor management.

Skills We’re Looking For

• Coaching and Developing Others
• Demonstrates Ethics and Integrity
• Effective Communication
• Empowers Others
• Values Diversity
• Time and Priority Management
• Problem Solving and Decision Making

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older (RVP approval may allow for hiring at the age permitted by local law for selling, ringing up, checking identification and serving alcohol)
• College degree is preferred
• Minimum of four (4) years experience in the restaurant industry with responsibility for full execution of running quality shifts and driving sales/performance for a restaurant OR proven track record as a CEC Manager or Senior Assistant Manager

Essential Job Functions and Work Environment

• Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds during scheduled shift
• Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift
• In addition to the essential job responsibilities stated above, the ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others, including guests and Team members, are essential functions of the job.
• The work environment includes flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noise, as well as exposure to non-weather related wet, humid, extreme heat and extreme cold conditions.

Benefits & Perks

• CEC offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees nationwide.
• All employees enjoy access to telemedicine, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources.
• Part‑time employees may enroll in fixed indemnity medical coverage, dental and vision options, and voluntary life and short‑term disability benefits.
• Full‑time employees (averaging 29.5+ hours/week) are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid sick/vacation time, paid holidays (where applicable), FSA/HSA options, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage, and additional education and student loan support.

State & Local Compliance

• CEC provides paid sick leave and other benefits as required by applicable state and local laws.
• 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Company

CEC Entertainment, LLC (“CEC”), headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza and Chuck’s Arcade brands. Chuck E. Cheese celebrates over half a million birthdays annually, dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through fun, food, and play. As the place Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®, the brand is committed to safety through programs like Kid Check® and community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese received the “Best in STEM” award and was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its industry leadership both in innovation and employee well‑being. Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience with quality food, engaging entertainment, and lifelong memories because fun isn’t added on—“The Fun is Baked In”! Through amusement and connection, families and communities are brought together every day. Both Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza champion play through different attractions to support physical wellness and strengthen motor skills in kids. CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries. The company proudly fosters a culture of diversity and celebrates fun and play to unite every family. Learn more at chuckecheese.com and peterpiperpizza.com.

Benefits

• CEC Entertainment offers a wide variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) retirement savings plan to eligible U.S. employees as part of their overall employment package. We also offer job training and career growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At CEC Entertainment, we believe that our workforce should reflect the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of many guests we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state or local protected class.