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. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment is dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through fun, food, and play. Known as "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid," Chuck E. Cheese celebrates over half a million birthdays annually and emphasizes safety through programs like Kid Check. The company has donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits, reinforcing its commitment to community support and family engagement. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese was honored with the "Best in STEM" award and named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, reflecting its leadership in innovation and employee well-being.

CEC Entertainment fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion, ensuring their workforce reflects the varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the many guests they serve. The company operates with a passion to provide a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for both employees and guests alike. They are an Equal Opportunity Employer, not discriminating based on any federally, state or locally protected class, including race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Currently, CEC Entertainment is hiring for Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker positions. These roles are vital in the kitchen environment, supporting the preparation of meals that contribute to the family-friendly and playful atmosphere that defines Chuck E. Cheese. This is a no-fry kitchen focusing on easy prep for pizza, salads, and wings, allowing for a cleaner, fresher approach to food service. Employees in these roles are cross-trained, giving them opportunities to learn multiple positions and fostering career growth within the company. In fact, more than 60% of managers are promoted from within, showing strong potential for advancement.

This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $16.90 to $17.90 with a unique commission structure based on sales of memberships and Fun Passes. Commissions vary depending on whether the role is exempt or non-exempt, with amounts earned per sale and paid out bi-weekly. Additionally, CEC has implemented a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program, providing employees with early access to earned wages, reducing the stress between pay periods.

The work environment involves physical activity including standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, walking, and lifting items up to 50 pounds. Candidates must be energetic, enthusiastic, and skilled in customer service, ensuring a positive experience for both guests and team members. The kitchen staff work amid flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises, which requires individuals to handle job-related stress and work collaboratively.

CEC Entertainment's comprehensive benefits package supports employees with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) retirement savings plans available to eligible U.S. employees. Additional perks include telemedicine access, employee meal discounts, tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources. Part-time employees have options for fixed indemnity medical coverage, dental, vision, and voluntary life and short-term disability benefits. Full-time employees averaging over 29.5 hours per week qualify for more extensive benefits including paid sick and vacation time, paid holidays as applicable, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage, and student loan support. The company also complies with all state and local paid sick leave laws.

CEC Entertainment values diversity, inclusion, and a positive workplace culture. The company emphasizes career growth, employee well-being, and a fun, safe work environment, making it an excellent choice for a first-time job seeker or someone looking to build an exciting career in the family dining and entertainment industry.