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Lucky Strike Entertainment

Supervisor

Appleton, WI · On-site

$23.50/hr

Our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers assist the General Manager with all aspects of the center and its management. In the General Manager's absence, they're the ones who hold down the fort ...

Bowlero

Restaurant & Operations Manager

Durham, NC · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers assist the General Manager with all aspects of the center and its management. In the General Manager's absence, they're the ones who hold down the fort ...

Bowlero

Restaurant & Operations Manager

Cary, NC · On-site

$55/hr

Our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers assist the General Manager with all aspects of the center and its management. In the General Manager's absence, they're the ones who hold down the fort ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Entertainment Manager vs Event Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Entertainment ManagerEvent Coordinator
CredentialsRelevant experience in entertainment or hospitality, sometimes certifications in event managementSimilar experience, often certifications in event planning or hospitality
Work EnvironmentEntertainment venues, theaters, hotels, cruise shipsConferences, weddings, corporate events, festivals
Employer & Industry UsageEntertainment and hospitality industriesEvent planning companies, venues, corporate clients

The Assistant Entertainment Manager and Event Coordinator roles share similar credentials and work environments, often overlapping in hospitality and event settings. The main difference is that the Assistant Entertainment Manager focuses more on supporting entertainment operations, while the Event Coordinator manages overall event planning and logistics.

What does an Assistant Entertainment Manager do?

An Assistant Entertainment Manager helps plan, organize, and oversee entertainment activities and events within a venue, such as a hotel, cruise ship, or resort. They support the Entertainment Manager by coordinating schedules, managing performers or staff, handling logistics, and ensuring each event runs smoothly. Their role often involves liaising with vendors, supervising setup and breakdown, and addressing guest or performer concerns. This position typically requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Entertainment Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Entertainment Manager, you typically need a background in hospitality or event management, strong organizational abilities, and experience coordinating entertainment programs or live events. Familiarity with booking software, audio-visual equipment, and event management platforms is commonly required. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate with performers, vendors, and staff while adapting to changing circumstances. These skills and qualities are essential for delivering seamless, engaging entertainment experiences and maintaining operational efficiency.

How does an Assistant Entertainment Manager typically collaborate with other departments to ensure successful events?

An Assistant Entertainment Manager often works closely with teams such as marketing, technical staff, catering, and guest services to coordinate all aspects of events and performances. This collaboration involves regular meetings to align on event logistics, promotional strategies, and technical requirements, ensuring a seamless experience for both performers and guests. Effective communication and organization are key, as the Assistant Entertainment Manager acts as a bridge between creative talent and operational teams, helping resolve any challenges that arise and keeping all stakeholders informed throughout the planning and execution process.
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Supervisor

Supervisor

Lucky Strike Entertainment

Appleton, WI • On-site

$23.50/hr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 8 days ago

Lucky Strike Entertainment rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 17 rated bowling alleys

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Overview
Imagine your ideal job. Now add bowling, arcade games, amazing parties, and delicious food. Our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers help bring this vision to life every day for guests of their centers-and have a great time doing so. The Restaurant / Entertainment Manager role is an active one where you're on your feet, coordinating multiple team members, and problem-solving in real time.
Our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers assist the General Manager with all aspects of the center and its management. In the General Manager's absence, they're the ones who hold down the fort, assuming responsibility for all center and floor management, from entertainment to Food & Beverage to the property and its equipment as a whole. Amid all their day-to-day, our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers maintain an unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction and a dedication to developing the team's hourly staff. If you've ever thought of becoming a General Manager at one of our centers, then the Restaurant / Entertainment Manager is a great place to start.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Get a glimpse of all you'll experience as a Restaurant/Hospitality Manager
MAKE GUESTS PRIORITY #1
  • Be a champion for our guests, consistently delivering exceptional service, soliciting valuable feedback, and actively addressing and resolving guest complaints

NEVER STOP IMPROVING
  • Continually hone our operational execution; schedule staffing levels to meet your center's needs and maximize the guest experience

TAKE EVERY OPPORTUNITY
  • Capitalize on all business opportunities in your market area by executing our marketing strategies to drive sales (leagues, open play bowling, etc.)

PARTNER WITH LEAGUES
  • Develop and maintain a good relationship with league bowlers and officers to help grow our league business; adhere to league formats, distribute league announcements, and perform other administrative duties associated with our leagues

ASSEMBLE AN ALL-STAR TEAM
  • Recruit, hire, train, and schedule a talented team of hourly center staff

SHOW OFF THOSE MANAGEMENT SKILLS
  • Lead the team and influence them through effective motivation; leverage the individual strengths of your team members to ensure guest satisfaction and maximize center productivity; delegate, delegate, delegate

DRIVE FOOD & BEVERAGE SALES
  • Oversee the management and expansion of your center's Food & Beverage program, ensuring the highest quality standards and exceptional guest satisfaction in our dining offerings. Provide ongoing training and supervision to ensure consistent execution of corporate initiatives and standards, fostering a thriving sales culture.

REMAIN FLEXIBLE
  • An ability to work varying shifts, from weekends to holidays, in addition to extended workdays as needed by your center.

WHO YOU ARE
As committed member of our team, you're ready to fill in for your center's General Manager as needed. Your guest service sensibility is as strong as your interpersonal and communication skills. You're flexible enough to support the center through extended workdays, in addition to being able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. What's more, you're a dedicated team player who's great at developing the talents of your team, and you're looking to ultimately take the next step towards becoming a General Manager.
DESIRED SKILLS: Check out the desired skills below and see if you have what it takes to join our world-class team
  • 2+ Years of Management Experience in kitchen, bar, restaurant, and food service operations
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • The ability to supervise center operations staff
  • Strong Team Player
  • Exceptional "People Developer"
  • Customer Service Pro
  • Knowledge of POS register systems

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Typical entertainment environment where you will walk, bend and stand for periods of time, and may lift objects with some assistance.

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Who We Are
Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is one of the world's premier location-based entertainment platforms. With over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike Entertainment provides experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. The company also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling and a growing media property that boasts millions of fans around the globe. For more information on Lucky Strike Entertainment, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.
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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.
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Who We Are
Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is one of the world's premier location-based entertainment platforms. With over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike Entertainment provides experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. The company also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling and a growing media property that boasts millions of fans around the globe. For more information on Lucky Strike Entertainment, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.
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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
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