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Entertainment, Recreation, Hospitality

Amusements Manager

Cedar Rapids, IAOnsiteFull TimeManager / HeadPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • amusement
  • game room
  • supervisory
  • team lead
  • guest-focused
  • POS system
  • safety rules
  • nights
  • weekends
  • holidays

Nice to have

  • active on the floor
  • Microsoft Office
  • calm
  • organized
  • positive
  • loud

Role summary

We are seeking an Amusements Manager to lead our game room team and oversee daily operations. This role involves ensuring a fun, safe, and organized environment for guests across arcade, laser tag, and escape room areas. Responsibilities include team leadership, scheduling, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and customer service. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of experience in amusement operations and leadership, is comfortable with POS systems and Microsoft Office, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy setting. This position requires regular nights, weekends, and holiday work, with physical demands including standing/walking for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead, coach, and support the Amusement Attendant team to create a fun, welcoming game room environment
  • Keep all amusement areas—including arcade, laser tag, and escape rooms—clean, organized, safe, and guest-ready
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the amusement areas and keep everything running smoothly
  • Help build schedules that ensure proper coverage for daily operations, parties, and events
  • Train new team members and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
  • Meet weekly with the General Manager to review staffing, operations, and upcoming priorities
  • Stay up to date on games, equipment, and industry trends
  • Promote awareness of the center’s features, offerings, and upcoming events
  • Manage inventory by ordering supplies and prizes based on par level
  • Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and coordinate repairs for amusement equipment
  • Lead by example using Spare Time Service Standards (Code S.E.R.V.E.)
  • Stay visible on the floor—responding to guest needs, resolving issues, and keeping the experience positive
  • Confidently operate the POS system and support accurate transactions when needed
  • Handle opening and closing duties as required
  • Enforce safety rules, identify hazards, and address concerns promptly
  • Monitor guests for rule violations or signs of intoxication and take appropriate action
  • Pitch in on other tasks as needed to support the overall operation

What We’re Looking For

  • 1–2 years of amusement, game room, or similar experience
  • 1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience
  • Someone who enjoys leading a team and staying active on the floor
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems
  • Confident, approachable, and guest-focused
  • Able to stay calm, organized, and positive in a loud, high-energy environment

Work Environment

  • Fast-paced, lively setting with music, games, lasers, and lighting effects
  • Frequent interaction with large crowds, families, and kids
  • Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Regular nights, weekends, and holiday work are part of the role

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