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 iconic brands including Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. 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 and lasting memories for families. Celebrating over half a million birthdays annually, the company champions fun, food, and play as essential elements of family entertainment. Chuck E. Cheese is known as the place "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid," emphasizing safety through programs like Kid Check and community support, having donated over $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, the company was honored with a "Best in STEM" award and named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, marking its leadership in innovation as well as employee well-being.

CEC Entertainment fosters a culture of diversity, inclusion, and fun, uniting families and communities through engaging activities that promote physical wellness and motor skill development in children. Peter Piper Pizza complements this mission with a neighborhood pizzeria experience that combines quality food, interactive entertainment, and treasured family memories. The company continuously invests in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for both guests and employees.

Currently, CEC Entertainment is hiring for Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker positions. These roles are essential in delivering the fun experience by preparing food orders and assisting with kitchen tasks. This position operates within a no-fry kitchen environment, focusing on easy preparation of pizza, salads, and wings, which ensures a clean, efficient, and healthy food production area. Employees enjoy access to the company’s innovative "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program, which allows them to receive earned wages quickly, ensuring prompt compensation and increased financial flexibility.

The role of Kitchen Prep and Pizza Maker is an excellent opportunity for first-time job seekers or individuals looking to build an exciting career in the food service and entertainment industry. Cast Members at Chuck E. Cheese receive comprehensive cross-training in various positions to empower them with versatile skills and provide great customer service. Notably, more than 60% of managers are promoted from within, highlighting the company's commitment to career growth and employee development.

This position requires energetic, enthusiastic individuals with excellent customer service skills who are willing to work various shifts. Employees must be capable of performing physical tasks such as lifting, standing, bending, kneeling, and other movements essential to kitchen operations. The work environment includes exposure to flashing and flickering lights, mechanical parts, and loud noises, which requires mental agility and resilience.

CEC Entertainment offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to support employees nationwide. Benefits include telemedicine access, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, tuition savings, scholarships, financial relief resources, and an Employee Assistance Program. Part-time employees have access to fixed indemnity medical coverage, dental and vision options, and voluntary life and short-term disability benefits. Full-time employees, averaging 29.5 or more hours per week, are eligible for more extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid sick and vacation time, paid holidays, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage, and educational support.

CEC Entertainment is committed to compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including providing paid sick leave where required. The company prioritizes health and safety, maintaining rigorous health and sanitation standards across all locations to protect both employees and guests. Reasonable accommodations are made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CEC Entertainment ensures a workplace free from discrimination based on race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or other protected classes. This commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion fosters an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute to the company’s mission of delivering fun and family-focused memorable experiences.