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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Tuition savings
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Early wage access
telemedicine
Employee assistance program

Job Description

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. Proudly operating iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade, CEC Entertainment has been dedicated to creating joyful and lasting memories for over half a million children annually. With a strong focus on safety, innovation, and community support, the company has donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. The brand is widely known as the place "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®" and holds awards such as the "Best in STEM" for 2025 and recognition as one of America's Greatest Workplaces. 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.

The company fosters a culture of diversity, inclusion, and fun, bringing families together through food, play, and entertainment. Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience focused on quality food and engaging attractions that support physical wellness and strengthen motor skills in children. Chuck E. Cheese’s commitment to safety is reinforced through programs like Kid Check®, while also providing employees with rigorous health and sanitation standards to maintain a safe environment for guests and staff alike.

CEC Entertainment is now hiring for Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker positions. These roles are ideal for first-time job seekers or individuals looking to build a career in the hospitality and entertainment industry. Cast Members at Chuck E. Cheese are empowered through cross-training in various positions to provide exceptional service. Over 60% of managers were promoted from within, reflecting the company’s investment in career growth. The kitchen environment is no-fry, focusing on easy preparation of pizza, salads, and wings. The company offers a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program, allowing employees to access earned wages without waiting for the traditional paycheck schedule.

This position involves preparing orders, assisting with food prep, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment while engaging with guests and coworkers positively. Candidates must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, walking, and squatting during their shifts. The work environment features flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises, requiring resilience to handle job stress effectively.

CEC Entertainment provides competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Employees can also enjoy perks like telemedicine, early wage access, meal discounts, tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources. Full-time employees working an average of 29.5 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including paid sick/vacation time, paid holidays (where applicable), and additional education support. The company is committed to maintaining equal employment opportunities and embraces a workforce reflective of the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the communities they serve.

Job Requirements

  • Be at least 16 years of age except where local or state restricts it
  • 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
  • Ability to work in an environment with flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts and loud noises

Job Qualifications

  • Be at least 16 years of age except where restricted
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Energetic and enthusiastic personality
  • Availability to work various shifts
  • Ability to perform physical tasks required by the job
  • Ability to handle job stress and communicate effectively

Job Duties

  • Prepare orders and assist with food prep
  • Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
  • Lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Stand, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, walk, and squat during shifts
  • Provide excellent customer service
  • Handle job stress and interact effectively with guests and coworkers
  • Follow health and sanitation standards

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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