Area Manager of Operations

Lucky Strike Entertainment•Bellevue, WA

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lucky Strike Entertainment is a leading location-based entertainment company with a significant presence in bowling centers, waterparks, amusement parks, and family entertainment centers. We are seeking an Area Manager of Operations to lead multiple centers, develop General Managers, and drive operational and financial performance. This role requires a blend of field leadership and analytical skills to ensure business growth and exceptional guest experiences.

Requirements

5 or more years of multi-unit leadership experience in high-volume entertainment, hospitality, or food and beverage.
A proven record of driving sales growth and financial performance across multiple locations.
Demonstrated success developing General Managers into stronger operators.
Advanced financial acumen across multiple P&Ls including budgeting, forecasting, labor, and margin optimization.
A data-driven approach to identifying operational gaps and building plans that fix them.
Willingness to travel frequently and work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Oversee operational execution, financial performance, and guest experience across multiple centers.
Coach and develop General Managers and senior leadership teams to raise operational consistency and accelerate growth.
Analyze multi-unit performance data to find improvement opportunities and implement changes.
Support sales initiatives, event programs, marketing execution, and staffing strategies across your area.
Stay present across centers during nights, weekends, and holidays to reinforce standards and support teams.
Partner with regional leaders to execute companywide initiatives and share operational best practices.