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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

Chuck E. Cheese · Crystal Lake, IL · $15.00–$16.50 an hour · Part time

Posted Jul 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about any cooking or kitchen experience you have, at work or at home.

What they are checking: Whether they have basic kitchen comfort, since the posting is open to first-time job seekers.

Tell me about a time you worked with a team under pressure.

What they are checking: Whether they communicate and help others, since the kitchen depends on teamwork.

What would you do

A ticket comes in marked with a food allergy. What steps do you take?

What they are checking: Whether they take allergies seriously and prevent cross-contact instead of rushing the order.

It is Saturday afternoon and tickets are piling up. How do you keep up?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, work in order and ask for help during a rush.

You notice some ingredients are past their date. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they follow rules to throw out old food and tell a manager, which keeps guests safe.

What does your availability look like, including nights, weekends and holidays?

What they are checking: Whether they can cover the kitchen's busiest times.

About the work

How do you make sure every pizza looks and tastes the same, no matter who makes it?

What they are checking: Whether they follow recipes and portion guides, which keeps food quality steady.

What do you know about keeping food safe, like temperatures and handwashing?

What they are checking: Whether they understand basic food safety, which protects guests, especially kids.

How do you prep salads and wings so they are ready before the rush?

What they are checking: Whether they plan ahead with prep, which makes busy times go smoothly.

How do you keep your work area clean while you are busy making food?

What they are checking: Whether they clean as they go, which keeps the kitchen safe and ready for inspection.

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The full job description

As published by Chuck E. Cheese.

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 $15.00 - $16.50 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 "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. 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 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 place Where a Kid Can Be a Kid®, the brand is committed to safety through 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 across 45 states and 18 countries. 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. * * * 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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