Party Host - Cast Member

CEC Entertainment, LLC; Darien (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telemedicine

Early wage access

401(k) retirement plan

Employee meal discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition savings

Scholarships

Financial relief resources

Job summary

CEC Entertainment, LLC in Darien, IL is seeking friendly Party Hosts to help guests enjoy unforgettable celebrations. You will prepare the party area, take orders, attend to guests, and ensure the birthday child has a blast while managing evening shifts and safety considerations.

The role emphasizes energetic engagement, strong customer service, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed in a fast-paced family environment.

Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Available to work various shifts.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Energetic and enthusiastic personality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the party area by setting up tables and decorations.
• Take orders, attend to guests, and ensure a memorable birthday experience.
• Assist with event flow and safety during shifts.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Energetic and enthusiastic

Shift work

Job description

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 - $16.00 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).

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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!

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 per 30 hours worked
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

State & Local Compliance

CEC provides paid sick leave and other benefits as required by applicable state and local laws.

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.

As a strong advocate for its local communities, Chuck E. Cheese has donated more than $19 million to schools through its fundraising programs.

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.

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.

Chuck E. Cheese is a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" employer.