Restaurant & Operations Manager

Lucky Strike Entertainment; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Vacations and Holidays

Discounts on Bowling, Waterpark, and Events

Job summary

Lucky Strike Entertainment in Tampa, Florida is seeking a Restaurant and Operations Manager to oversee operations in food and beverage, bar, and bowling. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of leadership experience in high-volume settings and a knack for providing exceptional guest experiences.

This role demands strong financial acumen, team building skills, and the ability to drive revenue through strategic service. The position offers medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, and various employee perks.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of leadership experience in restaurant or hospitality.
• Proven ability to drive food and beverage sales.
• Experience in training and developing teams in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across all areas and maintain service flow.
• Drive revenue through upselling and guest engagement.
• Own labor management and food cost control.

Skills

Leadership experience in restaurant operations

Sales-focused service

Team recruiting and training

Financial acumen

Guest experience management

Job description

Overview

As a Restaurant and Operations Manager at Lucky Strike Entertainment, you will lead food and beverage, bar, and bowling operations across every shift, flex into any role the floor needs, and build a team that delivers great hospitality without being asked twice.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily operations across food and beverage, bar, kitchen, bowling, and arcade, maintaining service flow and hospitality standards every shift.
• Drive revenue through sales-focused service, upselling, guest engagement, and event support.
• Recruit, train, coach, and schedule teams that consistently meet company standards and genuinely serve guests well.
• Own labor management, food and beverage cost control, inventory accuracy, and daily financial targets.
• Stay on the floor supporting FOH and BOH, resolving guest issues in real time, and reinforcing a culture of accountability.
• Ensure the center is operationally ready and guest-ready through every high-volume shift.

What You'll Bring

• 3 or more years of leadership experience in restaurant, hospitality, or high-volume food and beverage operations.
• A proven ability to drive food and beverage sales and build teams that deliver it consistently.
• Experience training and developing hourly leaders in fast-paced environments.
• A floor-first management style with a strong read on guest experience.
• Solid financial acumen including labor, food cost, inventory, and P&L contribution.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and standing or walking for extended periods.
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays.

What You'll Get

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans based on your needs.
• Wellness resources to support your wellness journey.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• 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.

Pay Range

$60,000 to $65,000 per year.