Line Cook
$15.25 - $19/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
66 Dave Busters Line Prep Cook Jobs Hiring Near You
Line Cook
$15.25 - $19/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$15.25 - $19/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Dishwasher
$12.50 - $16.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Assists with line maintenance, sweeping and clearing dirty dishes. * Assists with some prep and ...
Dishwasher
$12.50 - $16.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Assists with line maintenance, sweeping and clearing dirty dishes. * Assists with some prep and ...
Dishwasher
Columbus, OH · On-site
$12.50 - $16.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Assists with line maintenance, sweeping and clearing dirty dishes. * Assists with some prep and ...
Dishwasher
Columbus, OH · On-site
$12.50 - $16.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Assists with line maintenance, sweeping and clearing dirty dishes. * Assists with some prep and ...
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Work in environments with both hot and cold temperatures such as freezers and around cooking ...
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Work in environments with both hot and cold temperatures such as freezers and around cooking ...
Bartender
Columbus, OH · On-site
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Work in environments with both hot and cold temperatures such as freezers and around cooking ...
Bartender
Columbus, OH · On-site
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Work in environments with both hot and cold temperatures such as freezers and around cooking ...
Line Cook - Polaris Dave & Buster's
$15 - $18.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook - Polaris Dave & Buster's
$15 - $18.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
$15 - $18.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
$15 - $18.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
$14.50 - $17.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
$14.50 - $17.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
$16.50 - $20.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
$16.50 - $20.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Freehold, NJ · On-site
$15 - $18.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Freehold, NJ · On-site
$15 - $18.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Little Rock, AR · On-site
$14.50 - $17.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Little Rock, AR · On-site
$14.50 - $17.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
$15.75 - $19.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook / Prep Cook
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
$15.75 - $19.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our ...
Line Cook
$7.25 - $15.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$7.25 - $15.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$12.25 - $15.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$12.25 - $15.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$19.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$19.25/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$17.28 - $19.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$17.28 - $19.75/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$16 - $19.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$16 - $19.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$16 - $19.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Line Cook
$16 - $19.50/hr
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by ... Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and ...
Dave & Buster's Jobs Information
Do workers at Dave & Buster's get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
50% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
50% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Does Dave & Buster's pay people when they’re sick?
No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
83% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
83% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
At Dave & Buster's, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
43% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
43% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Dave & Buster's?
Only some people who work part-time can get health insurance.
58% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
58% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Do part-time workers get paid time off at Dave & Buster's?
Only some people who work part-time get paid time off.
36% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
36% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Is the health insurance from Dave & Buster's affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
81% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
81% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Dave & Buster's?
Most people get paid time off work.
90% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 91 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
90% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 91 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
- 75% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 18% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 4% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do workers at Dave & Buster's worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
53% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
53% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do Dave & Buster's workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
36% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
36% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
How easy is it for Dave & Buster's workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
39% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
39% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Dave & Buster's?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
37% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
37% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do Dave & Buster's managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
67% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
67% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do jobs at Dave & Buster's spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
18% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
18% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Dave & Buster's?
Some people find it hard to take sick days.
34% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
34% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Is a Dave & Buster's job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
76% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
76% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Is working at Dave & Buster's good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
51% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.
51% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.
Do people at Dave & Buster's feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
86% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 101 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
86% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 101 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Do people at Dave & Buster's get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
42% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
42% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Dave & Buster's?
Some people feel stressed out here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
65% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do people at Dave & Buster's enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
80% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 88 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.
80% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 88 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.
Do people at Dave & Buster's recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
51% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
51% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Dave & Buster's?
Most people got enough training when they started.
72% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 88 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
72% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 88 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Dave & Buster's?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do people think Dave & Buster's’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
74% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
74% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Dave & Buster's is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
53% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
53% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
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$15.25 - $19/hr
Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement
Posted 4 days ago
Dave & Buster's rating
5.8
Based on 251 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
52nd of 87 rated restaurants
Job description
Job Description:
Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by serving hundreds of people with flexible schedules you can accommodate school or other jobs. Plus, your co-workers are awesome!
Dave & Buster's offers an attractive benefits package for many positions, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, FREE GAMES and more.
POSITION SNAPSHOT: The line cook position is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for our Guests through the preparation and presentation of our menu. The line cook is also responsible for the correct handling and preparation of all food items to ensure our Guests' safety at all times.
NITTY GRITTY DETAILS:
- Delivers an unparalleled Guest experience through the best combination of food, drinks and games in an ideal environment for celebrating all out fun.
- Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance and takes prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action.
- Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
- Safely and correctly operates all equipment.
- Uses all chemicals properly in the correct quantities for safety and cost control.
- Ensures that all products are stored properly in the correct location at the appropriate levels at all times.
- Prepares and sells food that meets all food quality indicators and prepared to Guest expectations.
- Sells food within recommended time frames to meet Guest expectations.
- Responsible for preparing and cooking all food items by recipe and to specification.
- Controls costs by following prep sheets as designed to ensure the freshest product is served and eliminate waste.
- Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen areas.
- Responsible for station maintenance, cleanliness and sanitation.
- Cleaning and maintenance of all kitchen mats, floors, walls and drains.
- Empties kitchen trash and cleans and maintains trash cans.
- Assists other Team Members as needed or when business needs dictate.
- Maintains a favorable working relationship with all other company team members to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate that will be conducive to maximum team member morale, productivity and efficiency/effectiveness.
- Must be friendly and able to smile a lot while working days, nights and/or weekends as required.
- Previous kitchen experience at a hotel or restaurant is preferred, but not required.
- Must demonstrate ability to clearly communicate with other team members.
- Must be disciplined and self-motivated.
- Is dressed in accordance with dress guidelines, looking neat, clean and professional at all times.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the team member will regularly be required to:
- Work in noisy, fast paced environment with distracting conditions.
- Move about facility and stand for long periods of time.
- Lift and carry 30 pounds.
- Walk or stand 100% of shift.
- Reach, bend, stoop, mop, sweep and wipe frequently.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.
As an equal opportunity employer, Dave & Buster's is dedicated to our policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment, and we comply with all Federal, State and Local laws regarding nondiscrimination.
Salary Range:
11-
16.8We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.
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About Dave & Buster's
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Dave & Buster's, based in Coppell, Texas, US, is a nationally renowned entity in the hospitality and events industry with a primary focus on providing a unique entertainment and dining experience. The company's official website is daveandbusters.com. They offer a wide array of products and services ranging from video arcade games and billiard tables to an extensive food and beverage menu. Founded in the 1980s, by David Corriveau and James "Buster" Corley, Dave & Buster's initially started as two separate establishments, a bar and an arcade, that eventually merged into one fun-filled entity
Industry
Amusement, gambling, and recreation
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Coppell, TX, US
Year founded
1982