Restaurant Manager

Dave & Buster's Inc.; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 77,500 - 81,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus program

Employee Assistance Program

Buster’s Legacy Fund

401K matching plan

FREE food

FREE gameplay

Large leadership team

Fun work environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A prominent entertainment restaurant chain is seeking a Restaurant & Operations Manager in California to lead a team, enhance guest experiences, and ensure operational excellence. This full-time role requires strong leadership, effective communication skills, and at least 2 years in the restaurant industry. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage costs effectively, and inspire a fun experience for both staff and guests. Great perks include a quarterly bonus, free food, and a vibrant work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Restaurant/Hospitality.
• 21+ years of age.
• Proficient in managing costs and labor.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Strong leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead hourly team members.
• Ensure positive guest experiences.
• Recruit, hire, and train staff.
• Collaborate with management for quality results.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Cost Management

Communication

Guest Experience Focus

Job description

Restaurant & Operations Manager

Provides overall leadership, supervision, and direction on strategic initiatives and operating standards to positively impact business results and exceed the guest experience.

Base Pay Range

$77,500.00/yr - $81,300.00/yr

What we are looking for!

• You love working in a fast‑paced, multi‑faced Restaurant/Entertainment scene.
• You communicate with Team Members and Guests in a way that inspires FUN!
• You like immediate gratification – nothing better than making someone's experience better.
• You have never met a goal you can't beat.
• You handle 100K days while walking five miles a shift and working an average of 50‑hour work weeks.
• Your ability to oversee all aspects of the business – from the most minor details to the big picture.

Requirements

• 21+ years of age
• 2+ years of Restaurant/Hospitality Experience
• Proficient in managing the cost of goods sold and labor
• Ability to lead a team to create a memorable guest experience
• True leadership capabilities
• The ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays
• Not afraid to work in a fast‑paced, noisy environment with distracting conditions

What will you be doing daily?

• Develop and lead hourly team members to exceed guest expectations.
• Demonstrate proactive leadership by ensuring positive staff and guest experiences through personal interactions.
• Interact with guest service‑focused team members in areas of recruiting, hiring, coaching, training, and professional development.
• Live our core values while collaborating with the management team to achieve high‑quality and timely results.

Perks!

• Quarterly bonus program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Buster’s Legacy Fund
• 401K matching plan
• FREE food
• FREE gameplay
• Large leadership team – multiple managers per shift
• Fun work environment
• Grow your career!
• Two fun brands – Dave & Buster’s and Main Event Entertainment – double growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dave & Buster’s Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E‑Verify in states where required.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management

Location: Los Angeles, CA