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Prep Cook

$16.9 - $17.9 per hour

Chuck E. Cheese's

At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose and our passion is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play!

Compensation Details

$16.90 - $17.90 Hourly

Commission Details

Exempt : Commission potential from $0.50 to $10.00 for each Membership you sell, and from $0.15 to $3.00 for each Fun Pass you sell! Paid out bi-weekly (unless state law requires otherwise).

Non-Exempt : Commission potential from $2.00 to $8.00 for each Membership you sell, and from $0.60 to $2.40 for each Fun Pass you sell! Paid out bi-weekly (unless state law requires otherwise).

Job Description

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""Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program. Don't wait between paychecks anymore!

Chuck E. Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career. Our Cast Members are empowered to provide the greatest service anywhere through cross-training in a variety of different positions. Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within!

Now Hiring Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Makers

Kitchen Prep and Pizza Makers help feed the fun by preparing orders and assisting with food prep. This is a no-fry kitchen. Easy prep for pizza, salads, and wings.

Chuck E. Cheese offers access to earned wages with our NEW "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program. Don't wait between paychecks anymore!

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 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

Essential Job Functions and Work Environment:

  • Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds during scheduled shift.
  • Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, reach, push/pull, walk and squat during scheduled shift.
  • In addition to the essential job duties stated above, the ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others, including guests and co-workers, are essential functions of the job. The work environment includes flashing and flickering lights, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises.
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Benefits & Perks:
CEC offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees nationwide.

All employees enjoy 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 may enroll in fixed indemnity medical coverage, dental and vision options, and voluntary life and short-term disability benefits.

Full-time employees (averaging 29.5+ hours/week) are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid sick/vacation time, paid holidays (where applicable), FSA/HSA options, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, legal coverage, and additional education and student loan support.

State & Local Compliance:
CEC provides paid sick leave and other benefits as required by applicable state and local laws.

  • 1 hour per 30 hours worked

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. Certain positions may require the successful completion of a background check after a conditional offer of employment if the role involves duties such as handling cash, access to confidential information, or other responsibilities that may be directly related to criminal history considerations. Any restrictions required by federal, state, or local law will be applied as applicable.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Chuck E Cheese, we care about the safety and health of our guests and employees. We have rigorous health and sanitation standards, and our operational procedures are designed to meet or exceed local requirements and most importantly to protect the health of our teams and guests.

#Diversity #Inclusion #Culture

The Company:

CEC Entertainment, LLC ("CEC"), headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza and Chuck's Arcade brands.

Chuck E. Cheese celebrates over half a million birthdays annually, dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through fun, food, and play. As the placeWhere a Kid Can Be a Kid, the brand is committed to safetythrough programs like Kid Check and community support, having donated more than $24 million 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 its industry leadership both in innovation and employee well-being.

Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience with quality food, engaging entertainment, and lifelong memories because fun isn't added on---"The Fun is Baked In"! Through amusement and connection, families and communities are brought together every day. Both Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza champion play through different attractions to support physical wellness and strengthen motor skills in kids.

CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across45statesand 18countries. The company proudly fosters a culture of diversity and celebrates fun and play to unite every family. Learn more at chuckecheese.com and peterpiperpizza.com.

Benefits:

CEC Entertainment offers a wide variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) retirement savings plan to eligible U.S. employees as part of their overall employment package. We also offer job training and career growth opportunities. Chuck E. Cheese is a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" employer.

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At CEC Entertainment, we believe that our workforce should reflect the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of many guests we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state or local protected class.

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