Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member
Posted on October 24, 2025
CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the beloved Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment is committed to creating joyful and lasting memories for families through fun, food, and play. The Chuck E. Cheese brand is famous for celebrating over half a million birthdays annually and is dedicated to safety through initiatives such as Kid Check®. The company also actively supports communities, having donated over $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In recent years, CEC Entertainment has gained accolades for its innovation and workplace culture, including the "Best in STEM" award and recognition as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2025. 
Peter Piper Pizza adds to the company's strong presence by offering a neighborhood pizzeria experience that emphasizes quality food and engaging entertainment. Their motto, "The Fun is Baked In!", highlights the company’s philosophy of integrating fun and play into every customer experience, which supports physical wellness and motor skills development in children. CEC Entertainment values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where every employee and guest feels welcomed and celebrated. The company ensures rigorous health and sanitation standards to maintain a safe environment for both employees and guests.
The Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker roles at Chuck E. Cheese are excellent opportunities for first-time job seekers or anyone looking to build an exciting and rewarding career in the food service industry. These roles involve preparing food orders, assisting with kitchen prep tasks, and making pizzas in a no-fry kitchen environment, focusing on pizza, salads, and wings. Employees in these positions are cross-trained to perform various duties, allowing for skill development and career growth. Notably, over 60% of management positions at CEC Entertainment are filled through internal promotion, reflecting the company’s dedication to employee advancement.
Chuck E. Cheese offers competitive hourly pay between $16.50 and $17.50, with flexible schedules designed to accommodate employees’ diverse needs. Additionally, employees benefit from the innovative "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program, providing access to earned wages without waiting for the standard payday. Other benefits include a 50% meal discount during shifts, scholarship opportunities, various perks and discounts, an employee referral program, and the CEC Cares Fund that assists employees during personal catastrophes.
The nature of the job requires employees to lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, stand, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, walk, and squat during their shifts. The work environment includes loud noises, moving mechanical parts, and flashing lights. The company values strong customer service skills and a positive, energetic, and enthusiastic attitude in its team members, as employees interact with guests and co-workers regularly.
CEC Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer that respects diversity and inclusiveness regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under applicable laws. Jobs at CEC come with medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 401(k) retirement savings plans for eligible U.S. employees. Comprehensive job training and career advancement opportunities are readily available for those who are motivated to grow within the company. If you are looking for a dynamic workplace where you can contribute to creating memorable family experiences while growing professionally, joining Chuck E. Cheese and CEC Entertainment could be the ideal fit.
                - Be at least sixteen years of age except where local or state restrictions apply
 - available to work various shifts
 - energetic and enthusiastic personality
 - excellent customer service skills
 - ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
 - able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, walk, and squat during shift
 - pass a background check according to company policy