General Manager

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned American restaurant chain established in 1985 by former federal prosecutors Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax. Since its inception, CPK has become synonymous with innovative, hearth-baked pizzas that fuse fresh ingredients with creative culinary inspirations. Famous for signature dishes like The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club, and Thai Chicken pizzas, CPK has played a pivotal role in defining California's place in the pizza revolution alongside legendary styles from Chicago and New York. The company is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, passionate culture where employees bring their most authentic selves to work. Guided by their ROCKS philosophy—Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness, and Service—CPK empowers its team members to push boundaries, embrace boldness, and drive continuous growth within the organization.

California Pizza Kitchen is currently seeking a Front of House (FOH) Manager to join their dedicated team. This managerial role is vital in maintaining CPK’s reputation for delivering exceptional guest experiences, leading a talented team, and ensuring the operational and financial success of the restaurant. The FOH Manager will have the opportunity to cultivate a warm and welcoming hospitality environment while managing daily activities that promote team development and exceed guest expectations. With a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $85,000 annually, this full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package inclusive of medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, alongside a 401K plan.

The ideal candidate will bring at least two years of FOH management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant setting. The role demands exceptional leadership skills to motivate and inspire a diverse team by fostering a culture built on CPK’s core values. The FOH Manager will also be responsible for managing the restaurant’s profit and loss statement, overseeing labor expenditures, forecasting sales, practicing portion control, and maintaining budgetary goals. Emphasis is placed on clear and effective communication with employees, guests, suppliers, and senior management to ensure seamless operations.

CPK provides a unique and engaging training experience for its management team through an eight-week comprehensive training program that combines online, in-person, and hands-on learning methods. Additionally, managers gain access to "The Proof", an innovative electronic learning platform designed to support continuous personal and professional development. Team members enjoy a positive and supportive environment enriched with perks such as unlimited pizza during shifts, a Management Dine-Out card for meals with family and friends, and an employee assistance program known as the Kindness Fund, which offers relief to team members facing life challenges.

This FOH Manager role is more than just overseeing daily operations; it's about being a leader who is passionate about hospitality and culinary execution, dedicated to building a team that represents the best facets of California Pizza Kitchen’s unique culture. If you are driven to deliver remarkable guest experiences while developing top talent and upholding high standards of service and sanitation, CPK invites you to be bold, be epic, and bring your true self to the table with them.