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Server - Cast Member

Chuck E. Cheese · Chicago, IL · $17.05–$18.05 an hour · Part time

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

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about any job where you served food or helped customers. What did you enjoy about it?

What they are checking: Whether they enjoy working with people, since the posting welcomes first-time job seekers.

How do you stay cheerful and patient when it is loud and crowded on a Saturday?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep a good attitude in a noisy, busy setting full of kids.

Tell me about a time you worked as part of a team to get something done.

What they are checking: Whether they help others and work well with coworkers, which keeps the restaurant running smoothly.

What would you do

How would you deliver food to a table when kids are running around nearby?

What they are checking: Whether they think about safety with hot food and small children in a busy family space.

A parent says their pizza is cold and their kid is upset. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they apologize, fix it quickly and get a manager if needed so the family leaves happy.

Cast members can earn commission for selling memberships and Fun Passes. How would you bring them up with a family?

What they are checking: Whether they can mention offers in a friendly way that feels helpful, not pushy.

Cast members are cross-trained in different positions. How do you feel about switching from serving to cashier or the game room?

What they are checking: Whether they are flexible, which matters in a store that cross-trains everyone.

A guest tells you their child has a food allergy. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they take allergies seriously and check with the kitchen or a manager instead of guessing.

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

What they are checking: Whether they can work the busy times when families visit most.

About the work

How do you make sure the right food goes to the right table?

What they are checking: Whether they double-check orders, since mix-ups are common in a loud, busy room.

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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 $17.05 - $18.05 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 Servers Servers provide great service as they deliver food to the guests. 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 • 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 paid leave and 1 hour paid sick leave per hour 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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