Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates the iconic brands Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade, bringing joy and lasting memories to families through their focus on fun, food, and play. Chuck E. Cheese alone celebrates over half a million birthdays annually, creating an engaging environment where families and kids can come together to enjoy games, entertainment, and delicious meals in a safe and welcoming setting. The brand emphasizes safety with initiatives like Kid Check® and community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese was honored with the "Best in STEM" award and recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, underscoring its commitment to innovation and employee well-being. Peter Piper Pizza complements this family-friendly atmosphere by offering a neighborhood pizzeria experience focused on quality food, engaging entertainment, and creating lifelong memories through fun that is truly baked in. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment drives a culture of diversity and inclusion, fostering connection through play and empowering every family to have fun together.

The role of Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker within CEC Entertainment is essential to the company’s mission of feeding the fun. This position is ideal for first-time job seekers or those looking to build an exciting career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Employees in this role are cross-trained in various kitchen tasks and contribute to preparing tasty orders for guests, helping ensure a delightful dining experience. Chuck E. Cheese’s kitchens are no-fry environments, focusing instead on easy preparation of pizza, salads, and wings. The company supports employees with competitive pay, including commission potential for sales of memberships and fun passes, paid bi-weekly, alongside flexible scheduling. Notably, CEC Entertainment offers a unique "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program that provides employees with timely access to earned wages without waiting for the typical pay cycle.

This position demands an energetic, enthusiastic personality with excellent customer service skills and the ability to work varying shifts. Physical requirements include the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and perform activities such as standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, walking, and squatting during shifts. The work environment involves dealing with flashing lights, mechanical parts, and loud noises, requiring resilience and strong interpersonal skills. The company values diversity and inclusivity, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants and employees, and provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

CEC Entertainment is also devoted to offering a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan for eligible U.S. employees. The company encourages career growth through job training and promotional opportunities, aiming to empower team members from entry-level positions up to management roles, with over 60% of managers having been promoted from within. Additional perks include meal discounts during shifts, scholarship programs, employee referral bonuses, and a dedicated CEC Cares Fund to support employees during personal crises. Overall, joining CEC Entertainment means becoming part of a vibrant, inclusive workplace where the focus is on creating a fun, safe, and rewarding environment for both guests and staff.