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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Opportunities for advancement
Dental Insurance
flexible schedule
Referral program
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands. Known for celebrating over half a million birthdays annually, Chuck E. Cheese is dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through fun, food, and play. With a commitment to safety through programs like Kid Check® and robust community support, the brand has donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese received the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its industry leadership in innovation and employee well-being.

Peter Piper Pizza, another popular brand under CEC Entertainment, offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience with quality food, engaging entertainment, and lifelong memories because fun isn’t just added on—"The Fun is Baked In". These brands unite families and communities every day through amusement and connection, championing play activities that support physical wellness and strengthen motor skills in children. CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, fostering a culture of diversity and celebrating fun and play to connect every family.

The company is currently hiring for Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker positions. These essential kitchen roles involve preparing orders and assisting with food prep in a no-fry kitchen, focusing on pizza, salads, and wings. This position is ideal for first-time job seekers or those looking to build a rewarding career in the food and entertainment industry, as numerous managers have been promoted from within. Employees enjoy engaging work in a vibrant family-friendly environment that values safety, quality, and excellent customer service.

Chuck E. Cheese offers a competitive compensation package that includes commission potential on memberships and fun passes, paid out bi-weekly. A unique benefit available to employees is the "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program, allowing access to earned wages without waiting for the normal pay cycle. In addition to pay, employees receive a 50% discount on meals during their shifts, flexible schedules, scholarships, perks and discounts programs, an employee referral program, and access to the CEC Cares Fund, designed to assist employees during catastrophes.

This role requires an energetic and enthusiastic personality, excellent customer service skills, and the availability to work various shifts. Physical demands include the ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and perform activities such as standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, walking, and squatting during scheduled shifts. The work environment features flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises, emphasizing the importance of workplace safety and health. CEC Entertainment adheres to rigorous health and sanitation standards designed to protect both employees and guests.

CEC Entertainment is committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a respectful workplace. They are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants based on race, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local laws. This comprehensive support system, combined with growth opportunities and a strong focus on employee well-being, makes CEC Entertainment a desirable employer for individuals seeking a dynamic and rewarding job in the entertainment and family dining sector.

Job Requirements

  • Be at least 16 years of age except where restricted by local or state law
  • Available to work various shifts
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Energetic and enthusiastic personality
  • Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds during scheduled shift
  • Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift
  • Ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others including guests and coworkers

Job Qualifications

  • Be at least 16 years of age except where restricted by local or state law
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Energetic and enthusiastic personality
  • Ability to work various shifts
  • Ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk, and squat during scheduled shifts

Job Duties

  • Prepare orders and assist with food prep
  • Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas
  • Work in a no-fry kitchen focusing on pizza, salads, and wings
  • Lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk, and squat during shifts
  • Handle job stress and interact effectively with guests and coworkers
  • Follow health and safety guidelines

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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