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 Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands, serving as a beloved destination for families seeking fun, food, and celebration. Chuck E. Cheese alone celebrates over half a million birthdays every year, providing joyful and lasting memories for kids and families through engaging play and quality dining experiences. The brand emphasizes safety through programs like Kid Check and shows a strong commitment to community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, CEC Entertainment was honored with the "Best in STEM" award and named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, underlining its industry leadership and dedication to employee well-being.

Peter Piper Pizza, another key brand of CEC Entertainment, offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience valued for quality food, entertainment, and the creation of lifelong memories. The brand focuses on seamless family fun and physical wellness, fostering skills development in kids through various attractions. Today, CEC Entertainment operates nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, cultivating a rich culture of diversity and inclusion while promoting the joy of play and connection.

The role available at CEC Entertainment is for Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Makers within their kitchen team. This position is integral to "feeding the fun" by preparing orders and assisting with food preparation in a no-fry kitchen environment. The focus is on easy prep for menu items like pizza, salads, and wings, ensuring high-quality, timely food delivery to complement the engaging dining atmosphere.

CEC Entertainment empowers its Cast Members, providing cross-training in various positions, which allows team members to deliver exceptional service and develop their skills in a supportive environment. Over 60% of managers are promoted from within, demonstrating the company’s commitment to career growth and internal advancement. The position offers an attractive commission program with varying payouts for Membership and Fun Pass sales, paid out bi-weekly in compliance with state laws.

This job is suitable for first-time job seekers as well as those looking to build an exciting career in a dynamic family-friendly entertainment and dining company. A key highlight is the “Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow” program, which provides employees with early access to earned wages, helping to alleviate financial stress.

The work environment requires individuals who can handle physical demands such as lifting objects up to 50 pounds and performing activities including standing, bending, kneeling, and walking during their shift. The role also demands enthusiasm, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work various shifts. Team members must effectively handle job stress and interact with guests and co-workers in an environment with flashing lights, mechanical parts, and loud noises.

CEC Entertainment offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees nationwide, encompassing telemedicine, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, employee assistance programs, tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources. Part-time employees may access fixed indemnity medical coverage, dental and vision options, and voluntary life and short-term disability benefits. Full-time employees averaging over 29.5 hours per week become eligible for extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid sick and vacation time, paid holidays where applicable, FSA/HSA options, life and disability insurance, legal coverage, and additional education and student loan support.

CEC Entertainment fosters a culture that values diversity and actively promotes inclusion, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination on the basis of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. The company is deeply invested in maintaining rigorous health and sanitation standards to protect the safety and health of both guests and employees, providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.