Restaurant Manager Jobs in Philadelphia, PA
Restaurant Manager jobs in Philadelphia are in strong demand, concentrated in Center City, Old City, Fishtown, and the South Street corridor across full-service dining, hotel food and beverage, and fast-casual chains. Employers hiring right now include Four Seasons, Chuck E. Cheese, and Barcelona Wine Bar. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose and our passion is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play!
Commission Detail
Exempt: Commission potential from $0.50 to $10.00 for each Membership you sell, and from $0.15 to $3.00 for each Fun Pass you sell! Paid out bi-weekly (unless state law requires otherwise).
Non-Exempt: Commission potential from $2.00 to $8.00 for each Membership you sell, and from $0.60 to $2.40 for each Fun Pass you sell! Paid out bi-weekly (unless state law requires otherwise).
Job Description
You won’t just help manage the restaurant, you’ll help manage expectations and trust us, guests expect “incredible” every time they come to Chuck E. Cheese. As a Senior Assistant Manager, you’ll make sure employees have everything they need – from resources to training to motivation – so “every guest leaves happy.” Yes, we expect a lot. Fortunately, we offer a lot in return.
Chuck E. Cheese now offers access to earned wages with our NEW “Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow” program. Don’t wait between paychecks anymore!
Job Responsibilities:
- Make daily decisions that involve time management, staff scheduling and support, uphold product quality, cleanliness and other Company standards
- Build sales and maximize profits by effectively recruiting, training, developing and communicating Company and Guest expectations to the entire team
- Coach, teach and motivate team to maintain high quality Guest service and safety
- Exercise good business skills and judgement in cost control procedures, financial accounting, inventory levels and labor management
Skills We’re Looking For:
- Coaching and Developing Others
- Demonstrates Ethics and Integrity
- Effective Communication
- Empowers Others
- Values Diversity
- Time and Priority Management
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 21 years of age or older (RVP approval may allow for hiring at the age permitted by local law for selling, ringing up, checking identification and serving alcohol)
- Must have a high-school diploma or GED. College degree preferred
- Minimum of two (2) years previous management experience preferably in the food service industry OR proven track record as a CEC Assistant Manager
Essential Job Functions and Work Environment:
- Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds during scheduled shift
- Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift
- The work environment includes flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noise, as well as exposure to non-weather related wet, humid, extreme heat and extreme cold conditions.
Benefits & Perks:
CEC offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees nationwide.
All employees enjoy access to telemedicine, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources.
Part-time employees may enroll in fixed indemnity medical coverage, dental and vision options, and voluntary life and short-term disability benefits.
Full-time employees (averaging 29.5+ hours/week) are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid sick/vacation time, paid holidays (where applicable), FSA/HSA options, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage, and additional education and student loan support.
State & Local Compliance:
CEC provides paid sick leave and other benefits as required by applicable state and local laws.
At Chuck E Cheese, we care about the safety and health of our guests and employees. We have rigorous health and sanitation standards, and our operational procedures are designed to meet or exceed local requirements and most importantly to protect the health of our teams and guests
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
#Diversity #Inclusion #Culture
The Company:
CEC Entertainment, LLC (“CEC”), headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza and Chuck’s Arcade brands.
Chuck E. Cheese celebrates over half a million birthdays annually, dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through fun, food, and play. As the place Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®, the brand is committed to safety through programs like Kid Check® and community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese received the “Best in STEM” award and was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its industry leadership both in innovation and employee well-being.
Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience with quality food, engaging entertainment, and lifelong memories because fun isn't added on-“The Fun is Baked In”! Through amusement and connection, families and communities are brought together every day. Both Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza champion play through different attractions to support physical wellness and strengthen motor skills in kids.
CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries. The company proudly fosters a culture of diversity and celebrates fun and play to unite every family. Learn more at chuckecheese.com and peterpiperpizza.com.
Benefits:
CEC Entertainment offers a wide variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) retirement savings plan to eligible U.S. employees as part of their overall employment package. We also offer job training and career growth opportunities. Chuck E. Cheese is a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" employer.
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At CEC Entertainment, we believe that our workforce should reflect the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of many guests we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
- Construction & Real Estate
Restaurant Manager Jobs in Philadelphia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a restaurant manager job in Philadelphia?
Focus your search on Philadelphia's densest hiring pockets: Center City restaurants, the hotel food and beverage operations along the Avenue of the Arts and Market Street, and the independent dining scene in Fishtown, Passyunk Avenue, and Northern Liberties. Full-service dining groups, hotel chains, and fast-casual operators all hire regularly. Candidates with proven floor management experience, strong POS system fluency, and a demonstrable record of reducing turnover stand out in this market.
Which companies hire restaurant managers in Philadelphia?
Employers hiring restaurant managers in Philadelphia right now include Four Seasons, Chuck E. Cheese, and Barcelona Wine Bar, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Philadelphia's mix of independent restaurant groups, national casual-dining chains, and hotel food and beverage programs means openings appear across a wide range of employer types and price points throughout the city.
Are there remote restaurant manager jobs in Philadelphia?
Remote work is rare for restaurant managers since the role is fundamentally hands-on, requiring floor presence, staff oversight, and daily vendor coordination. About 0% of restaurant manager openings tied to Philadelphia are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be multi-unit or regional roles where scheduling, reporting, and vendor management can be handled off-site.
How can I get a restaurant manager job in Philadelphia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Philadelphia is moving up from a shift lead or assistant manager role inside an established dining group or hotel food and beverage operation. Independent restaurants in Fishtown, East Passyunk, and NoLibs frequently hire assistant managers with strong front-of-house backgrounds and promote quickly. Familiarity with OpenTable, Toast, or Aloha POS, combined with ServSafe certification, gives entry-level candidates a concrete edge over the competition in this market.
Which industries hire the most restaurant managers in Philadelphia?
The sectors hiring the most restaurant managers in Philadelphia are Food & Beverage and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Philadelphia's dense concentration of hotels, convention facilities around the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and a thriving independent dining scene across multiple neighborhoods all sustain consistent year-round demand for experienced managers.
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