Executive Chef

Company: Bowlero
Location: San Jose
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewImagine taking all of the experiences of a restaurant and adding some fun and excitement. This isn't any ordinary company; it's the beginning of a bowled new career as an Executive Chef with Lucky Strike Entertainment. Our Executive Chef's combine their natural culinary ability with exceptional management skills. They're the guardians of our Food & Beverage program, bringing our nationally recognized menus to life, keeping standards high, and managing their kitchens efficiently.ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Get a glimpse of all you'll experience as an Executive ChefEMBRACE THE MENU

• Adhere to the company's mandated F&B menu and purchasing programsKEEP AN EYE ON THE NUMBERS
  • Maintain budgeted revenue, costs of sales, labor, supplies, as well as operating cash flow as it relates to food operations; review monthly profit & loss statements and make adjustments as necessaryGET THE PARTY STARTED
    • Work with the Operations team and Sales staff to plan, supervise, and execute for all events, supervising the preparation and service of all food and beverage (in addition to cleanup); assist with cooking when neededPLAN LIKE A PRO
      • Estimate food consumption and make purchases as appropriate from our specified food program; schedule staff efficiently to accommodate shifts in business volumeASSEMBLE AN ALL-STAR TEAM
        • Work with the center's management to recruit, hire, train, and retain a rock star kitchen staff. Develop key staff including sous chefs and lead cooks.COMMIT TO QUALITY
          • Ensure that our product quality, freshness, and presentation are always at company standard; supervise and oversee the preparation, portioning, garnishing, and storage of all foodKEEP IT CLEAN
            • Facilitate and manage all kitchen equipment maintenance and implement/conduct sanitation audits and cleaning schedules in order to comply with all local Department of Health (DOH) regulations. Any critical issues? Report them to the General ManagerWHO YOU AREYou're an experienced Executive Chef with a highly developed sense of customer service, great interpersonal/communication skills, and a high-level of profit and loss capability. You take accountability for your team (like any great leader) and your organizational skills are second to none. Our centers are fast-paced, high-volume retail environments that are as demanding to work in as they are rewarding. You'll be leading a team of lead cooks, cooks, dishwashers, and servers, and will report to and support your center's General Manager on all matters food-related. Experience prepping catered events or presenting food for other special events is desirable, but not essential.DESIRED SKILLS: Check out the desired skills below and see if you have what it takes to join our world-class team!
              • 5+ Years of Kitchen Management/Chef Experience
              • Bachelor's or culinary degree preferred
              • Experience in high-volume retail, entertainment, hospitality, or restaurant venue required
              • Extensive experience in banquet style events
              • Experience managing and developing teams required
              • Current ServSafe certification is required
              • ServSafe instructor certification or ability to be certified is preferredWho We AreLucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is one of the world's premier location-based entertainment platforms. With over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike Entertainment provides experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. The company also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling and a growing media property that boasts millions of fans around the globe. For more information on Lucky Strike Entertainment, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.The approximate pay range for this position is $76,000.00 - $85,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.Lucky Strike Entertainment offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. More details regarding benefits are available here: www.bowlerocorp.com/careers/benefits
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Keywords: Bowlero, Merced , Executive Chef, Hospitality & Tourism , San Jose, California