Kitchen Manager-Quick Hire! Position in Costa Mesa,CA,USA | Hiring
Posted on October 24, 2025
Opportunity in Costa Mesa, CA, USA
Position: Kitchen Manager - Quick Hire! (Based in Costa Mesa, CA, USA) Company: Bowlero Corp Worksite: Costa Mesa, CA, USA, CA Status: New Costa Mesa, CA, USA listing (actively interviewing).
Compensation: $25-$30/Hour (approx. $57.2k/Year) Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package. Clear growth pathways at our Costa Mesa, CA, USA office.
What You'll Do
This role centers on your professional skills within the a dynamic space in Costa Mesa, CA, USA.
- This Costa Mesa, CA, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
 - Our Bowlero Corp team in Costa Mesa, CA, USA, CA is growing.
 - Benefit from working in Costa Mesa, CA, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
 
Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly known as Bowlero Corp, stands out as one of the world's premier location-based entertainment platforms. With a significant footprint comprising over 360 locations across North America, the company has crafted a dynamic space for amusement, featuring bowling, arcade games, water parks, and family entertainment centers. Lucky Strike Entertainment is not only dedicated to providing memorable entertainment experiences, but it also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling, which is rapidly growing as a global media property with millions of passionate fans. This diverse portfolio distinguishes Lucky Strike Entertainment as a leader in the entertainment industry, blending traditional leisure activities with modern, experiential offerings that cater to a broad audience. For detailed insights, visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.
This position is for a Kitchen Manager at Lucky Strike Entertainment, where the role blends culinary skill with superior management capabilities. The Kitchen Manager is the cornerstone of the Food & Beverage program, tasked with bringing nationally recognized menus to life while maintaining the highest standards for quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This role involves managing kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, making it ideal for experienced professionals who thrive under pressure and embrace leadership challenges. Kitchen Managers work closely with the center's General Manager to oversee food-related matters, ensuring smooth operation across kitchen staff, including lead cooks, cooks, dishwashers, and servers.
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for following the company’s mandated Food & Beverage menus and purchasing protocols, managing budgets related to revenue, costs of sales, labor, and supplies, as well as monitoring profit and loss statements. Planning and executing catering and special events in tandem with the Operations and Sales teams is also a vital aspect of the role. Efficient staff scheduling and inventory management help accommodate fluctuations in business volume. The role also involves recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining a skilled kitchen team, fostering a positive and professional work culture.
Quality control is crucial, with a strong emphasis on maintaining product freshness, proper presentation, and adherence to company standards. The Kitchen Manager supervises all food preparation processes and ensures compliance with sanitation and local Department of Health regulations through routine audits and maintenance of kitchen equipment. With a competitive pay range of $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, Lucky Strike Entertainment also offers performance-based incentives and a robust total rewards package including healthcare coverage and other comprehensive benefits. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for culinary professionals to advance their careers within a vibrant and exciting entertainment environment.
                - high school diploma or equivalent
 - minimum three years of kitchen management experience
 - current ServSafe certification
 - ability to work in fast-paced high volume environments
 - strong organizational and leadership skills
 - ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods
 - ability to lift objects with assistance
 - flexible schedule including evenings and weekends