Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive compensation
Flexible Shifts
Full and Part-Time Opportunities
benefits
Excellent Training Program
Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities
Team Member Dining Discounts
Diverse Culture
holiday closures

Job Description

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain that has been serving innovative California-style cuisine for over 35 years. Known for its unique and creative dishes that blend fresh local ingredients, CPK has built a strong reputation for delivering delicious food in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Headquartered in California, the company emphasizes a culture they proudly call R.O.C.K.S, an acronym representing Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness, and epic Service. These core values define the environment that employees and guests alike experience at CPK, making it not just a restaurant but a community where every team member’s contribution is valued and celebrated. California Pizza Kitchen is committed to offering competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, full and part-time employment opportunities, and extensive benefits, making it an ideal workplace for individuals seeking career growth and a supportive work environment.

The Dishwasher role at CPK is an entry-level position that is vital to maintaining the restaurant’s cleanliness standards and operational flow. As a dishwasher, you will work in a dynamic, fun, and fast-paced environment alongside a team passionate about food and delivering exceptional service. The role requires cleaning all dishes, glassware, pots, and pans promptly while adhering to all sanitation and cleaning procedures set by the establishment. Dishwashers also help maintain the dish machine to keep it in clean and working order, ensuring efficient kitchen operations. Beyond washing dishes, you will assist management with receiving deliveries and ensure proper storage and rotation of products according to food safety guidelines. Additionally, you may perform janitorial cleaning duties within the restaurant when needed.

CPK fosters an inclusive and diverse culture where team members are encouraged to be authentic and have fun while working collaboratively to enhance the guest dining experience. Employees at California Pizza Kitchen embody the CPK High 5: showing love for the brand, encouraging individuality, working as a cohesive team, obsessing over service details, and passionately promoting menu items. The company provides excellent training programs to equip new hires with the necessary skills to succeed, along with unlimited career advancement opportunities. Team members also benefit from dining discounts, holiday closures, and a workplace committed to equity and respect.

If you are passionate about food, enjoy working in a diverse and lively setting, and want to be part of a team that values respect, kindness, and growth, becoming a dishwasher at California Pizza Kitchen could be the perfect start to your #ROCKSolid career. The company is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and welcomes job applicants from all backgrounds. This supportive work culture combined with competitive wages, flexible shifts, and comprehensive benefits makes CPK an excellent choice for anyone looking to begin or further their career in the restaurant industry.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
  • physical stamina to stand and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
  • ability to follow instructions and work independently
  • willingness to perform cleaning and maintenance duties
  • good communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • previous dishwashing or kitchen experience a plus
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong attention to detail
  • team player mindset
  • basic understanding of sanitation and safety protocols

Job Duties

  • Follow all sanitation and cleaning procedures
  • maintain dish machine in clean and working order
  • clean dishes, glassware, pots, and pans in a timely manner
  • assist management with receiving deliveries
  • maintain proper storage and rotation of products
  • perform in-store janitorial cleaning if applicable

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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