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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.00 - $15.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
job training
Career growth opportunities
"Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program

Job Description

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in the family dining and entertainment industry. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands, offering a unique blend of quality food, fun, and family-friendly entertainment. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment has created lasting memories for millions of families. The brand is famously known as "Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®," emphasizing its commitment to safety and joyous experiences through dedicated programs like Kid Check® and significant community support, including donations exceeding $24 million to schools and nonprofits.

Chuck E. Cheese is a workplace that offers more than just a job; it offers an opportunity to build a career in a dynamic, inclusive, and energetic environment. Recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2025 and awarded "Best in STEM," the company values innovation, employee well-being, and diversity. CEC Entertainment actively promotes a culture that celebrates play and connection, fostering physical wellness and strengthening motor skills in children through various attractions and games. Peter Piper Pizza complements this commitment with a neighborhood pizzeria experience where fun isn’t an add-on but “baked in,” helping create lifelong memories through engaging entertainment and quality food.

The company’s dedication to its employees is evident in its comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan for eligible U.S. employees. Chuck E. Cheese also supports job training and career advancement opportunities, empowering team members to grow within the organization. The majority of store managers were promoted from within, highlighting the company’s focus on internal career development.

Now hiring for positions such as Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Makers, CEC Entertainment seeks individuals who are passionate about food, family, and fun. This role involves assisting with food preparation in a no-fry kitchen setting, focusing on pizzas, salads, and wings. Employees are part of a team that upholds rigorous health and sanitation standards designed to ensure the safety and health of guests and staff. The company’s "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program provides unique financial flexibility by allowing employees to access earned wages quickly, enhancing employee satisfaction and financial wellness.

This role is suitable for first-time job seekers or those looking to build a rewarding career in the hospitality and entertainment industry. Candidates should be energetic, enthusiastic, and possess excellent customer service skills. The job requires physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds and being able to stand, bend, kneel, and squat throughout shifts. The work environment includes flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises, so individuals should be prepared to handle job stress and interact effectively with guests and co-workers.

CEC Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer committed to reflecting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the communities it serves. The company does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or veteran status, among other protected classes. By joining Chuck E. Cheese, employees become part of a vibrant culture that values diversity, inclusion, and the power of fun.

Job Requirements

  • Be at least 16 years of age unless local or state restrictions apply
  • Available to work various shifts
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Energetic and enthusiastic personality
  • Ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during shifts
  • Ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others

Job Qualifications

  • Be at least 16 years of age unless local or state restrictions apply
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Energetic and enthusiastic personality
  • Ability to work various shifts
  • Ability to handle job stress effectively
  • Ability to interact well with others including guests and co-workers

Job Duties

  • Prepare orders and assist with food prep including pizzas, salads, and wings
  • Maintain the no-fry kitchen environment
  • Follow health and sanitation standards to ensure safety
  • Lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during shifts
  • Handle job stress and interact positively with guests and co-workers
  • Participate in cross-training for various positions

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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