Who We Are:
Why Lucky Strike?
We Are Lucky Strike Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful location-based entertainment companies in the World with 360 upscale and traditional Bowling Centers, five expansive and well-located Waterparks, a large Amusement Park in California and 10 upscale Boomers Family Entertainment Centers in major markets.
From a humble beginning with one bowling center in 1997, we redefined an industry and built a powerhouse Company with 14,000 Associates and nearly $1.4 billion in annual revenue. Hospitality is our core and we strive to deliver memorable experiences for every guest on every visit.
When you join Lucky Strike, you join a team of passionate winners and give yourself the best opportunity for sustained career growth and opportunity. It’s not easy to get hired by us – we want only the most talented and committed Managers, but when you do join Lucky Strike, the rewards are abundant.
Overview:
The Role
As Executive Chef at Lucky Strike Entertainment, you will work the line five days a week, develop your Kitchen Managers and BOH team, and ensure every plate that leaves the kitchen reflects the standard this brand is known for. This is a working chef role, not a desk role.
What You'll Do
- Own all culinary operations, driving food quality, consistency, and BOH performance across every service period and event
- Work a full cooking schedule five days a week including nights, weekends, holidays, and high-volume events
- Develop Kitchen Managers and BOH teams through daily coaching, training, and performance feedback
- Manage food cost, labor, inventory, and full BOH financial performance
- Partner with Operations on new product rollouts, seasonal promotions, and special events
What You'll Bring
- 5 or more years of culinary leadership in a high-volume food and beverage environment
- Proven experience running banquet and event operations including large-scale catering and high-volume service
- A working culinary skill set; you are actively on the line during peak service, not directing from behind a desk
- A track record of developing Kitchen Managers and BOH teams
- Advanced financial acumen including food cost control, labor optimization, and P&L contribution
- Current ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
What You'll Get
Our people are the reason guests keep coming back. Here is what we offer our Management team:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to select from based on your needs
- Wellness resources to help you along your wellness journey
- 401(k) Retirement Plans
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Vacation and Holidays
- Perks! Bowling, Boomer's, and Waterpark discounts, Retail discounts, Event discounts, and more!
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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. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. More details regarding benefits are available here: Lucky Strike Entertainment Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000 annually