General Manager

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned restaurant chain celebrated for its innovative approach to casual dining, especially known for its signature hearth-baked pizzas such as The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club, and Thai Chicken. Founded in 1985 by former federal prosecutors Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax, CPK has carved a unique niche in the pizza revolution alongside major cities like Chicago and New York. The company prides itself on its vibrant, open kitchen concept that encourages creativity and a lively dining experience. CPK’s culture thrives on a core philosophy called ROCKS, which stands for Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness, and Service, reflecting its commitment to both employees and guests.

At California Pizza Kitchen, the emphasis is on bringing passion and boldness to every aspect of work, fostering an environment where employees can be authentic and express their unique talents. The focus is not only on crafting excellent food but also on creating memorable experiences for guests through exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere. CPK fosters career growth by promoting from within and encourages continuous learning through a comprehensive training program and an innovative electronic learning platform known as "The Proof."

This particular role focuses on leadership and operations management at a location level, offering a full-time position with a competitive salary range of USD 80,000 to 85,000 annually. The role requires managing the restaurant’s profit and loss, building and developing a strong team, delivering outstanding guest experiences, and maintaining exceptional hospitality and culinary standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales, profitability, and guest counts while overseeing budgets, labor costs, and quality control measures.

In addition to leadership responsibilities, this position demands a hands-on approach to ensuring safety, sanitation, and compliance with all standards to provide a healthy and secure environment for both employees and customers. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential in liaising with employees, guests, suppliers, and senior management to ensure smooth operations and alignment with company goals.

CPK offers an array of perks including an extensive eight-week training regimen, a culture filled with passionate and dedicated individuals, continuous opportunities for personal and professional development, and a supportive assistance program called the Kindness Fund designed to help team members facing challenges. Employees also enjoy generous benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage, industry-competitive compensation including bonus potential, and even, uniquely, unlimited pizza during shifts and special dine-out privileges. These benefits emphasize the company’s dedication to employee well-being, satisfaction, and growth, making California Pizza Kitchen a standout employer in the hospitality industry.