Party Host - Cast Member

CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands, which offer fun and engaging environments where kids and families can enjoy quality food and unforgettable memories. Celebrating over half a million birthdays annually, Chuck E. Cheese is dedicated to creating joyful and lasting experiences through play, food, and entertainment. They emphasize safety through programs like Kid Check and community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, the brand received the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, underscoring its leadership in innovation and employee wellbeing.

Peter Piper Pizza complements this mission with a neighborhood pizzeria experience that combines quality food with engaging entertainment, ensuring that fun is baked in every day for families and communities. 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, fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and fun to unite every family.

CEC Entertainment offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $15.92 to $16.92, combined with commission opportunities for memberships and Fun Pass sales, paid out bi-weekly. The "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program provides employees with access to earned wages instantly, enhancing financial flexibility.

The role of Party Host at Chuck E. Cheese is an exciting and dynamic position ideal for first-time job seekers or those seeking to build a career in customer service and entertainment. Party Hosts play a vital role in ensuring every event is memorable by setting up party areas, taking orders, attending to guests, and making sure birthday children have a blast. This role requires enthusiasm, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to engage positively with children and families. Being physically capable to lift up to 50 pounds and withstand the demands of standing, bending, and walking throughout shifts is essential.

Chuck E. Cheese provides a supportive and fun work environment where Cast Members receive cross-training across various positions, empowering them to deliver the best service possible. Over 60% of managers are promoted from within, highlighting the company’s commitment to employee growth and career development. Benefits include telemedicine access, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, meal discounts, employee assistance programs, tuition savings, scholarships, and other financial relief resources. Both part-time and full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with additional perks such as paid sick and vacation time, holidays where applicable, and voluntary benefits.

CEC Entertainment is a strong advocate for workplace safety and health, maintaining rigorous health and sanitation standards designed to protect both employees and guests. The company embraces diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes. This role is ideal for individuals who value teamwork, enjoy working in a lively environment, and are passionate about creating memorable experiences for children and families.