Busser

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain known for its innovative and creative approach to traditional pizza recipes. Established over 35 years ago, CPK has cultivated a unique and vibrant culture centered around its ROCKS philosophy which stands for Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and epic Service. This philosophy is at the heart of what makes CPK an exciting and rewarding place to work. CPK is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where team members feel valued and empowered to grow their careers while delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests.

The company offers competitive compensation, flexible shift schedules, and both full and part-time positions to accommodate a variety of lifestyles and career aspirations. Employees at CPK benefit from a comprehensive range of perks including medical benefits, excellent training programs designed to help team members excel, unlimited opportunities for career advancement, team member dining discounts, and holiday closures that promote work-life balance. This well-rounded benefits package reflects CPK's dedication to supporting its employees personally and professionally.

The role of Busser at California Pizza Kitchen is geared toward individuals who thrive in dynamic and upbeat environments and who have a genuine passion for food and hospitality. As a Busser, you are an integral part of the guest experience, ensuring that each dining area is clean, welcoming, and well-maintained. With a strong focus on the CPK High 5 values — loving the brand, encouraging authenticity, teamwork, attention to service details, and passion for menu items — the Busser plays a pivotal role in upholding the restaurant’s standards for superb service.

This position involves maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and hospitality by promptly resetting tables, rolling silverware, and ensuring the cleanliness of restrooms. Bussers also assist in stationary opening and closing setup for shifts, communicating effectively with hosts and servers to signal when tables are ready, thus helping maintain efficient floor flow. Bussers at CPK help create an inviting atmosphere that enhances every guest’s experience while supporting their teammates in delivering top-level service.

CPK operates as an equal opportunity employer and firmly stands against any discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or any legally protected classification. The company embraces the belief that everyone has a seat at their table, promoting a culture of inclusion and respect. The hourly pay range for a Busser currently falls between $14.75 and $15.75, with the opportunity to earn tips alongside positions like Server, Bartender, and Host. Furthermore, various benefits like health, dental, disability insurance, and 401K plans are available contingent on coverage requirements. CPK keeps these offerings under regular review and updates to provide competitive and supportive packages to its employees.

Joining California Pizza Kitchen as a Busser means becoming part of a team that values its people and places guest satisfaction at the forefront. If you enjoy a fast-paced, friendly work environment and want to contribute to memorable dining experiences while advancing your career in the hospitality industry, CPK is the place to be. The company looks forward to welcoming new team members who resonate with the ROCKS culture and are ready to make a difference in delivering incredible service across all its locations.