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, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands. Established with a passion for creating fun and memorable experiences for children and families, CEC Entertainment has grown to operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries. The company is committed to fostering safe, engaging environments where kids and families can come together to eat, play, and create joyful memories. With a focus on safety, community support, and innovation, CEC continuously invests in programs like Kid Check® to ensure the well-being of guests and has donated over $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In recognition of its dedication to excellence, Chuck E. Cheese received the "Best in STEM" award in 2025 and was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its leadership both in industry innovation and employee well-being.

At CEC Entertainment, the culture centers around great food, family, and fun. The company prides itself on being a vibrant place for first-time job seekers and individuals looking to build dynamic careers in the entertainment and hospitality industries. Employees known as Cast Members are empowered through cross-training across various roles, ensuring they can provide exceptional service while exploring different career paths within the company. Over 60% of managers have been promoted from within, demonstrating the company’s commitment to career growth and internal mobility.

Currently, CEC Entertainment is hiring for Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker positions. These essential kitchen roles contribute directly to the brand’s mission of feeding the fun by preparing food orders and assisting with kitchen prep tasks. Working in a no-fry kitchen environment, employees have the unique opportunity to prepare fresh pizzas, salads, and wings as part of a dedicated team focused on delivering quality food in a fast-paced but supportive setting.

The company offers a competitive pay structure that includes attractive commission potentials for membership and fun pass sales, with payments distributed bi-weekly. Exceptional benefits include the innovative "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program that allows employees immediate access to earned wages instead of waiting between paychecks. Additional perks feature a 50% discount on meals during shifts, scholarships, flexible schedules, employee referral programs, and the CEC Cares Fund to assist employees during catastrophes. These comprehensive benefits underscore CEC Entertainment’s commitment to supporting both the personal and professional lives of its team members.

Working at Chuck E. Cheese means joining an environment that values diversity, inclusion, and culture. The company actively promotes equity and prohibits discrimination based on race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected classification. Health and safety are paramount, with rigorous sanitation standards and operational procedures designed to protect the well-being of employees and guests.

The Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker role involves physical activity such as lifting up to 50 pounds and performing actions like standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, walking, and squatting during shifts. Employees must also possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to work various shifts with an energetic and enthusiastic attitude. This role supports the overall mission of creating memorable experiences by ensuring that food is prepared efficiently and safely, contributing to a fun and lively atmosphere for families and kids.

Joining CEC Entertainment means becoming part of a community that celebrates play, creativity, and joy while offering strong career advancement opportunities and a welcoming workplace where a kid can truly be a kid®.