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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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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.00 - $16.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

telemedicine
Early wage access
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Tuition savings
scholarships
Financial relief resources
Fixed indemnity medical coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
voluntary life insurance
short-term disability insurance
comprehensive medical insurance
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
FSA options
HSA options
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Legal Coverage
Educational support
Student loan support

Job Description

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment with iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. The company operates nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries. Chuck E. Cheese is dedicated to creating joyful and lasting memories through fun, food, and play, celebrating over half a million birthdays annually. Their commitment to safety, inclusion, and community support is reflected in programs like Kid Check and $24 million donated 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 their leadership in innovation and employee well-being. Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience focused on quality food, engaging entertainment, and fostering family and community connections through fun attractions that support physical wellness and motor skills in kids.

CEC Entertainment prides itself on fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and fun, uniting families through play and entertainment. The company provides a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and competitive compensation plans. The "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program exemplifies CEC's commitment to employee financial wellness by giving team members quick access to their earned wages.

The role of Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker at Chuck E. Cheese is an exciting opportunity for first-time job seekers or individuals looking to build a career in the food service and entertainment industry. These positions involve preparing food orders such as pizza, salads, and wings in a no-fry kitchen environment, supporting the mission to "feed the fun." Employees are empowered to deliver excellent customer service by cross-training in various roles, preparing for growth within the company, where over 60% of managers were promoted from within.

The kitchen environment requires the ability to lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds and to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, walk, and squat during shifts. The workplace includes exposure to flashing and flickering lights, mechanical parts, and loud noises, requiring employees to handle job stress and interact effectively with guests and coworkers. Minimum qualifications include being at least 16 years old (or as allowed by local law), availability to work various shifts, excellent customer service skills, and an energetic, enthusiastic personality.

CEC provides all employees access to telemedicine, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources. Part-time employees can enroll in fixed indemnity medical coverage and optional dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Full-time employees (averaging 29.5+ hours per week) are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, paid sick and vacation time, paid holidays, FSA/HSA options, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage, and educational support.

CEC Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workforce and does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any protected class under federal, state, or local laws. The company promotes a safe and healthy workplace with rigorous health and sanitation procedures designed to protect team members and guests.

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
  • Ability to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds
  • Ability 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 co-workers

Job Qualifications

  • Be at least 16 years of age unless restricted by local or state law
  • Demonstrate excellent customer service skills
  • Show an energetic and enthusiastic personality
  • Ability to work various shifts
  • Ability to interact effectively with guests and co-workers under job stress

Job Duties

  • Prepare pizza, salads, and wings in a no-fry kitchen
  • Assist with food prep duties as assigned
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace
  • Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • Interact with guests courteously and provide excellent customer service
  • Handle job stress and collaborate effectively with team members
  • Lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds during shifts

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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