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 operates iconic brands including Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade, offering memorable experiences that combine fun, food, and play. 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 children and families. Known as 'Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®,' the company emphasizes safety through initiatives like Kid Check® and community support programs, having donated over $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese received the "Best in STEM" award and was recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, reflecting its commitment to innovation and employee well-being.

The role of Kitchen Prep and Pizza Maker at Chuck E. Cheese presents a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team that fuels the fun by preparing food orders, assisting with food preparation, and ensuring high standards in a no-fry kitchen environment. This position is ideal for first-time job seekers or individuals seeking to build a rewarding career in a family-friendly, fast-paced entertainment and dining setting. Employees in this role participate in cross-training programs, equipping them with diverse skills and opportunities for advancement within the company. More than 60% of the company’s managers have been promoted from within, highlighting the potential for career growth.

Compensation for this role ranges from $18.70 to $19.70 per hour, with additional commission opportunities based on membership and fun pass sales. Chuck E. Cheese’s innovative "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program allows employees to access their earned wages before the traditional payday, offering financial flexibility and security. Kitchen Prep and Pizza Makers must be at least 16 years old, possess excellent customer service skills, and demonstrate an energetic and enthusiastic personality. The role requires physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk, and squat during shifts. Working in a high-energy environment with flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noise is typical.

Working at Chuck E. Cheese means becoming part of a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and fun. Employees enjoy various benefits, including access to telemedicine, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, tuition savings, scholarships, and financial relief resources. Part-time employees may enroll in limited medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance options, while full-time employees receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid sick and vacation time, holidays, FSA/HSA options, life and disability insurance, legal coverage, voluntary benefits, and additional educational support. CEC Entertainment complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding paid sick leave and other employee benefits.

CEC Entertainment’s emphasis on creating a safe and healthy workplace extends to rigorous health and sanitation standards designed to protect both guests and employees. With a commitment to equal opportunity employment, the company fosters an inclusive environment where all individuals, including those with disabilities, are provided reasonable accommodations to perform their essential functions effectively and safely. Join Chuck E. Cheese and become part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences and building a career filled with growth, learning, and fun.