Party Host – Cast Member

Chuck E. Cheese International; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 23,281 - 24,659; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on meal during shift

Employee Referral Program

CEC Cares Fund

Job summary

Chuck E. Cheese International in Citrus Heights is hiring Party Hosts to create memorable events by setting up party areas and ensuring guests have an enjoyable experience. Candidates need to be at least 15 years old, able to work various shifts, and exhibit an energetic personality. The role involves physical tasks such as lifting and standing. Benefits include competitive pay, meal discounts, and various wellness programs, reflecting Chuck E. Cheese's commitment to fun and family. Join a dynamic team that puts families first!

Qualifications

• Be at least 15 years of age.
• Available to work various shifts.
• Energetic and enthusiastic personality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the party area by setting up tables and attending to guests.
• Ensure the birthday child has a blast during the event.
• Make every event the best it can be.

Skills

Energetic personality

Customer service

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job description

R130941 |2026/04/27

6251 SUNRISE BLVD

Citrus Heights

California

95610-5911

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!

$16.90 – $17.90 Hourly

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 Party Hosts

Party Hosts get the fun in high gear making every event the best it can be. They prepare the party area by setting up tables, taking orders, attending to guests and making sure the birthday child has a blast!

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 50% discount on meal during shift
• Perks and Discounts programs
• Employee Referral Program
• CEC Cares Fund (program to assist employees during catastrophes)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be at least 15 years of age
• Available to work various shifts
• 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.

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.

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.

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.