Restaurant Operations Manager
Main Event EntertainmentRole Overview
Main Event Entertainment is hiring a mid-level Restaurant Operations Manager. This is a full-time role in Columbia. posted 3 weeks ago. The posted range is $62k to $73k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Resume Keywords to Include
Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoring
Job description
Job Description
THE RESTAURANT & OPERATIONS MANAGER : provides overall leadership, supervision, and direction on strategic initiatives and operating standards to positively impact business results and exceed the guest experience.
What we are looking for!
- You love working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted Restaurant/Entertainment scene
- You can communicate with the Team Members and Guests in a way that inspires FUN!
- You like immediate gratification! Nothing better than making someone's experience better or inspiring your team to play at a higher level
- You have never met a goal you can't beat
- You can handle 100K days while walking five miles a shift & working an average of 50-hour work weeks
- The ability to oversee all aspects of the business - from the most minor details to the big picture
Requirements
- 21+ years of age
- 2+ years of Restaurant/Hospitality Experience
- Proficient in managing the cost of goods sold and labor
- Ability to lead a team to create a memorable guest experience
- True leadership capabilities
- 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?
- Developing and leading hourly team members to exceed guest’s expectations
- Demonstrating proactive leadership by ensuring positive staff and guest experiences through personal interactions
- Interacting with guest service-focused team members in areas of recruiting, hiring, coaching, training, and contentious professional development
Living our core values along with leading others to do so while collaborating with the management team to achieve high-quality and timely results
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
Dave & Buster’s Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary Range:
62147
73115
We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.
About Main Event Entertainment
Main Event Entertainment
mainevent.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Restaurant Operations Manager position at Main Event Entertainment?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Main Event Entertainment. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Restaurant Operations Manager position at Main Event Entertainment located?
This position is based in Columbia. Main Event Entertainment has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
How much does the Restaurant Operations Manager role at Main Event Entertainment pay?
Main Event Entertainment has posted a compensation range of $62k to $73k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Restaurant Operations Manager role at Main Event Entertainment posted?
This role was posted on June 12, 2026 (21 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
AI-powered job search
Get every job scored to your resume
Upload your resume and get jobs ranked, your resume tailored, and employee contacts found automatically.
Get started freeNo credit card to start