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Senior Assistant Restaurant Manager

Chuck E. Cheese · Skokie, IL · $18.53–$20.59 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about the largest team and busiest operation you have helped run.

What they are checking: Whether they are ready for a senior role that leads other managers and many cast members.

Tell me about a time you had to let someone go. How did you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they handle hard decisions fairly, with documentation and respect.

How do you work with your general manager when you disagree on a decision?

What they are checking: Whether they share their view respectfully and support the final call in front of the team.

What would you do

The posting says guests expect incredible every time. How do you make sure that happens when you are not on the floor?

What they are checking: Whether they build systems and train leaders so standards hold without them watching.

Sales are down compared to last year. What would you look at, and what would you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can find causes and act, like pushing memberships, parties or service fixes.

How do you develop an assistant manager who is strong on the floor but weak on paperwork?

What they are checking: Whether they can coach other leaders, since the role develops people at all levels.

How do you keep turnover low with a team of mostly young, part-time workers?

What they are checking: Whether they think about scheduling, recognition and training to keep good people.

About the work

How do you read a profit and loss statement for a restaurant, and which lines do you watch closest?

What they are checking: Whether they understand labor, food cost and sales, which a senior manager is expected to manage.

How do you make sure the store passes health inspections and safety checks every time?

What they are checking: Whether they keep food safety and cleanliness standards up day to day, not just before inspections.

How do you plan and staff for big weekends, school breaks and holidays?

What they are checking: Whether they forecast busy times and staff ahead, which protects service and profit.

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The full job description

As published by Chuck E. Cheese.

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 $18.53 - $20.59 Hourly 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 You won’t just help manage the restaurant, you’ll help manage expectations and trust us, guests expect “incredible” every time they come to Chuck E. Cheese. As a Senior Assistant Manager , you’ll make sure employees have everything they need – from resources to training to motivation – so “every guest leaves happy.” Yes, we expect a lot. Fortunately, we offer a lot in return. 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 good 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) • Must have a high-school diploma or GED. College degree preferred • Minimum of two (2) years previous management experience preferably in the food service industry OR proven track record as a CEC 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 • 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. At Chuck E Cheese, we care about the safety and health of our guests and employees. We have rigorous health and sanitation standards, and our operational procedures are designed to meet or exceed local requirements and most importantly to protect the health of our teams and guests. #Diversity #Inclusion #Culture 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. Chuck E. Cheese is a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" 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.

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