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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.90 - $17.90
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive pay
50% meal discount during shift
Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program
flexible schedules
scholarships
Perks and Discounts programs
Employee Referral Program
CEC Cares Fund

Job Description

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands. These brands are staples in communities, offering unforgettable experiences that combine great food, family fun, and memorable playtime activities. Chuck E. Cheese is famously known as the place "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid," celebrating over half a million birthdays each year and making joyful memories through food and interactive entertainment. The company is committed to safety and community support, as demonstrated by its Kid Check programs and over $24 million donated to schools and nonprofit organizations. Recognized for its innovation and workplace culture, Chuck E. Cheese received the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces in 2025.

Peter Piper Pizza complements this portfolio by offering a neighborhood pizzeria experience featuring quality food and engaging family entertainment. With almost 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and fun in uniting families around the values of play and togetherness. Technology, program excellence, and community involvement are at the core of CEC Entertainment's mission to strengthen physical wellness and motor skills in children through various interactive game attractions.

Now, CEC Entertainment is hiring Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker positions — exciting roles perfect for individuals seeking either a first-time job or a promising career with growth potential. The positions are part of a no-fry kitchen environment focused on preparing easy recipes like pizza, salads, and wings. These roles offer competitive pay ranging from $16.90 to $17.90 hourly and provide commission opportunities based on sales of memberships and fun passes, paid bi-weekly. The company also promotes a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program, allowing employees fast access to their earned wages, enhancing financial flexibility.

Employees, known as Cast Members, are empowered through cross-training in multiple areas to deliver outstanding customer service and ensure every guest has a memorable visit. Over 60% of Chuck E. Cheese managers were promoted from within, showcasing strong internal career development. Beyond competitive wages, team members benefit from a 50% meal discount during shifts, flexible schedules, scholarships, perks and discounts programs, an employee referral program, and assistance funds for emergencies through the CEC Cares Fund.

Essential job functions require the ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds and engage in physical activities such as standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, walking, and squatting throughout shifts. Candidates must possess excellent customer service skills, be energetic and enthusiastic, and be at least 16 years old, subject to local laws. The work environment features dynamic elements such as flashing lights and loud noises typical of an active entertainment venue.

CEC Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, ensuring that its workforce reflects the broad spectrum of guests it serves. The company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding fair hiring practices, including the consideration of applicants with arrest and conviction records where required. Reasonable accommodations are also provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job functions.

Working at Chuck E. Cheese means joining a family-focused company passionate about creating great experiences for kids and their families while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. The Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker roles present excellent opportunities for individuals who enjoy a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and who want to be part of a brand that values fun, creativity, and career growth.

Job Requirements

  • Be at least sixteen 16 years of age except where local or state restricts it
  • available to work various shifts
  • excellent customer service skills
  • energetic and enthusiastic personality
  • able to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds
  • able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift
  • able to handle job stress and interact effectively with others including guests and co-workers

Job Qualifications

  • Be at least sixteen 16 years of age except where local or state restricts it
  • available to work various shifts
  • excellent customer service skills
  • energetic and enthusiastic personality
  • able to handle job stress
  • able to interact effectively with others including guests and co-workers

Job Duties

  • Prepare pizza, salads, and wings for customer orders
  • assist with general food prep
  • follow no-fry kitchen food safety procedures
  • maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen area
  • lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds
  • stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk, and squat during shift
  • interact with guests and co-workers in a positive and effective manner

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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