• Schaumburg, Illinois
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    Job Description

    Operations Manager

    Reports to: General Manager/Assistant General Managers

    POSITION OVERVIEW

    Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is seeking an energetic and experienced Operations Manager. This hands-on, fast-paced role will oversee a department (Arcade, F&B, Events, or The Starting Line).  You will be responsible for driving service excellence, leading a dynamic team, managing daily operations, and ensuring a safe, clean, and memorable guest experience across the venue.
     
    Andretti Indoor Karting & Games – AIKG can get you on the track for your winning management career! Andretti Indoor Karting & Games (AIKG) is a rapidly growing Family Entertainment company. AIKG locations feature high-speed, high-tech indoor Karting on multilevel tracks, multi-player immersive Virtual Reality Simulators, Arcade fun, and amazing restaurants & event spaces featuring scratch cocktails and culinary creations crafted in our kitchens. 

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Lead and inspire department teams with integrity, accountability, and a focus on legendary guest service
    • Oversee daily operations including staffing, training, scheduling, cleanliness, repair and maintenance, and safety
    • Own and manage a core department (e.g., The Starting Line, Arcade, Events, F&B) while supporting the overall facility
    • Empower and develop hourly staff through clear communication, coaching, and performance feedback
    • Monitor and manage labor costs, inventory, and cash control in alignment with company goals
    • Partner with the Sales and Events Teams to ensure successful planning and execution of group events
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and guest-ready facility that meets brand standards
    • Uphold safety and sanitation protocols while ensuring health code compliance
    • Foster a motivated and positive work environment aligned with AIKG values and culture
    • Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, service, and team performance
    • Always support the Andretti Indoor Karting and Games Motto “Striving for Perfection: Achieving Excellence.”

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Required:
    • Eligible to work in the U.S.
    • At least 18 years of age
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and leadership skills
    • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
    • Energetic and guest-focused with a commitment to operational excellence
    Preferred:
    • 2+ years of management experience in high-volume entertainment, hospitality, or restaurant settings
    • Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results
    • Experience with scheduling, cost control, and employee development and training

    Benefits:

    • Salary from $60,000 - $65,000
    • Exciting Bonus opportunities paid quarterly, up to $6,000 per year
    • AIKG has the BEST staff, so managers work with and lead motivated professionals!
    • Personal/Family Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage
    • $1200 company paid Health Savings Account
    • Vacation and Sick time accrued during the first year
    • 401k retirement program with generous company match
    • Company provided Life Insurance
    • Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
    • Accident, Critical Illness and Voluntary Life Insurance
     

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Walk or stand for extended periods of time
    • The ability to communicate quickly and accurately
    • Must be able to lift up to 15lbs on a regular basis
    • Perform functions which require organization, bending, reaching, turning, lifting, climbing and occasional stocking up to 50lbs
    • The work environment may include bright, dim or flashing lights and loud sounds
    • Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment
    • Be able to understand, follow and maintain safety standards at all times
     
    Join a fast-growing company where leadership meets entertainment! For further information about Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, visit www.andrettikarting.com
    Andretti Indoor Karting & Games – Put your career in the driver’s seat!

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSchaumburg, Illinois
    Websitehttps://andrettikarting.com/careers

    Skills

    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Disability Insuranceunmatched
    • Entertainment and Mediaunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Manual Dexterityunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Partner Salesunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Restaurantunmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Sanitationunmatched
    • Staff Developmentunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Virtual Realityunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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