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Entertainment, Recreation, Hospitality

General Manager

Clifton Park, NYOnsiteFull TimeManager / Head$66,000–$85,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • P&L
  • budgets
  • labor
  • inventory
  • hospitality
  • entertainment
  • restaurants
  • coach
  • motivate
  • accountability

Nice to have

  • community engagement
  • leagues
  • promotions
  • events

Role summary

Spare Time Entertainment seeks a General Manager to oversee a high-volume, multi-attraction entertainment center. This role involves managing P&L, budgets, labor, and inventory, while leading, coaching, and developing a diverse team. The ideal candidate will ensure attractions are safe, clean, and guest-ready, deliver top-level guest service, and engage with the community. Requires 7+ years of management experience in hospitality, entertainment, or restaurants, with a proven track record in financial and operational management. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Ready to lead the fun? Spare Time Entertainment is where bowling, arcade games, laser tag, escape rooms, a full-service restaurant, and private events all come together under one roof. We are looking for a General Manager to run the show, lead a large team, and create unforgettable experiences for every guest. Nights, weekends, and holidays are when the energy is highest, so flexibility is a must.

What You’ll Do

  • Oversee all operations of a high-volume, multi-attraction entertainment center

  • Manage P&L, budgets, labor, and inventory to drive results

  • Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team across food & beverage, amusements, and events

  • Ensure attractions, games, and facilities are safe, clean, and guest-ready

  • Deliver consistent, top-level guest service and resolve issues quickly

  • Engage with the community and support leagues, promotions, and events

What You Bring

  • 7+ years managing large teams in hospitality, entertainment, or restaurants

  • Proven track record with P&L, cost control, and operational excellence

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and hold teams accountable

  • Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $66,000-85,000 annually, plus bonus opportunities

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Employee discounts on food, bowling, and attractions

  • Leadership training and development opportunities

Why Join Us?

This is more than a management job- it’s the chance to run a one-of-a-kind entertainment destination where every day is different and the energy never stops. If you’re ready to lead a team, grow a business, and have fun while doing it, we’d love to meet you!

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