Dave & Buster

General Manager

Dave & Buster$115K — $135K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in restaurant or hospitality management
  • Strong business acumen with proven operational success
  • Ability to develop and motivate a diverse team
  • Solid understanding of financial metrics including budgeting and forecasting
  • Skilled in customer service and conflict resolution
  • Familiar with health and safety regulations applicable to the restaurant industry
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, noisy environment.

Responsibilities

  • Promote positive employee relations and delegate managerial duties
  • Analyze financial reports to develop strategies for revenue growth
  • Oversee all operational aspects to meet financial objectives
  • Ensure appropriate staffing levels to enhance customer experience
  • Deliver an exceptional guest experience through quality service
  • Maintain a safe environment for guests and staff
  • Continuously improve operational standards and execution.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Quarterly bonus program
  • Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance
  • 401K matching plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Free food and gameplay
  • Support program for team members in crisis
  • Opportunities for career growth within two brands.
  • Positive workplace culture emphasizing fun and teamwork.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

THE GENERAL MANAGER: inspires and fosters accountability to drive success in the role while upholding our Culture of FUN! They provide strong leadership, supervision, and guidance on strategic initiatives and operational standards to enhance business outcomes.

What we are looking for!
  • Proven track record of successfully managing operations and meeting financial goals
  • Strong ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team, fostering a positive work environment
  • Solid understanding of financial reports, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Experience with cost control, inventory management, and profitability analysis
  • Exceptional skills in delivering high-quality customer service and resolving issues effectively
  • You can handle 100K days while walking five miles a shift & working an average of 50-hour work weeks
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, customers, and vendors
  • Familiarity with health and safety regulations, as well as labor laws related to the restaurant industry


Requirements:
  • 21+ years of age
  • 5+ years of Restaurant/Hospitality Experience
  • Proficient in managing the cost of goods sold and labor
  • Strong business acumen
  • Ability to lead a team to create a memorable guest experience
  • The ability to work weekends, nights and holidays
  • Not afraid to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment with distracting conditions.


What will you be doing daily?
  • Promotes positive employee relations, including effective delegation of managerial duties and fostering high staff morale
  • Analyze financial reports and develop action plans to grow revenue and control costs in order to meet or exceed annual budgets
  • Oversee all operational aspects, including entertainment, food, beverages, equipment, and property, to support the achievement of financial objectives and company initiatives
  • Assures staffing levels and management coverage are appropriate to meet the needs of the business and maximize the customer experience
  • Deliver an unparalleled guest experience through the best combination of food, drinks, and games
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for all guests and staff
  • Continuously improves operational execution through attention to detail and adherence to operating standards and procedures


PERKS!
  • Competitive salary
  • Quarterly bonus program
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Buster's Legacy Fund (Supports team members during difficult times)
  • 401K matching plan
  • FREE food
  • FREE gameplay
  • Large leadership team = multiple managers per shift
  • FUN work environment
  • Grow your career!
  • Two FUN brands (Dave & Buster's and Main Event Entertainment) under one roof = Double the growth opportunities


Salary Range:
115325

135677

About Dave & Buster

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. is an American restaurant and entertainment business headquartered in Dallas. Each Dave & Buster's has a full-service restaurant and a video arcade. As of July 2021, the company has 140 locations in North America. The company has been profitable every year since it was founded.
Learn more about Dave & Buster
Size
15,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$125.2 million
Founded
1982
5 Year Trend
+5.3%
Revenue
$666.8 million

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