Assistant General Manager

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain that has been a pioneer in the culinary world since its founding in 1985 by former federal prosecutors Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax. Known for bringing California creativity to every meal, CPK revolutionized the pizza industry with innovative, hearth-baked pizzas such as The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club, and Thai Chicken. These unique creations, prepared in a lively open kitchen, have secured CPK a distinctive place in the pizza landscape alongside icons from Chicago and New York. Over the decades, CPK has cultivated a vibrant company culture focused on respect, opportunity, communication, kindness, and service — collectively known as the ROCKS philosophy. This guiding framework not only shapes the workplace environment but also drives the commitment to community engagement and employee development. CPK is passionate about inspiring employees to bring their boldest and most authentic selves to work, fostering a space where individuality and teamwork coexist harmoniously.

The role available at California Pizza Kitchen is a management position that offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $80,000 annually along with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and disability insurance. This position emphasizes leadership within a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant setting and focuses on delivering an exceptional guest experience through outstanding hospitality and operational excellence. As a manager, you will play a pivotal role in inspiring and motivating the team by embodying the company's people-first mentality, building and nurturing talent, and fostering career growth opportunities. The management role entails overseeing financial goals including sales, profitability, and guest counts, as well as managing budgets, labor costs, and food quality to maintain healthy profit margins. Additionally, managers are expected to uphold rigorous sanitation and safety standards to ensure a safe and inviting environment for both guests and staff.

Training is a significant part of the CPK experience, featuring a thorough eight-week program that combines online education, reading materials, and hands-on mentorship. Managers also benefit from a unique electronic learning platform called "The Proof" that supports ongoing professional development. The company culture is one of the most distinct aspects of working at CPK, characterized by passion, creativity, and a supportive atmosphere. Employees enjoy perks such as unlimited pizza during shifts, a Management Dine-Out card to share meals with family and friends, and access to an employee-driven assistance program known as the Kindness Fund which provides support during difficult times. CPK encourages its team members to express their unique talents and skills while contributing to a dynamic team environment that pushes boundaries and embraces innovation.

This role requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with employees, guests, suppliers, and senior management. The physical demands of the job include the ability to stand, sit, or walk for up to 10 hours a day and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Managers at CPK are expected to meet high standards not only in operational management but also in embodying the brand's ethos and driving business success through a combination of strong leadership, financial acumen, and a relentless focus on guest satisfaction. California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, inviting all candidates from various backgrounds to join their team and contribute to the shared goal of excellence in dining and hospitality.