Pantry Cook

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in innovative and handcrafted pizzas inspired by California cuisine. With a legacy spanning over 35 years, CPK has established itself as a leading name in the foodservice industry, known for its creative menu offerings, exceptional quality, and a culture rooted in respect, kindness, and opportunity. The company operates locations nationwide and fosters a diverse and inclusive working environment where team members are encouraged to grow personally and professionally. CPK's core philosophy, known as R.O.C.K.S, stands for Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and Service, which shapes the workplace culture to be engaging and supportive for all employees.

The role of Pantry Cook at California Pizza Kitchen offers an exciting opportunity for culinary enthusiasts who appreciate creativity and quality in food preparation. This position is perfect for individuals passionate about food and eager to work in a dynamic and fun atmosphere. Pantry Cooks play a critical role in ensuring that all salads and desserts are prepared timely and meet the highest standards of quality, sanitation, and presentation. They maintain cleanliness and safety in their stations, handle the necessary preparation tasks, and support the line check and prep processes during each shift. This job is ideal for those who take pride in culinary craftsmanship and want to develop their skills within a company that values teamwork and excellent service.

As a Pantry Cook, you will live out the CPK High 5 principles, including showing love for CPK, being authentic, working cohesively as a team, obsessing over service details, and passionately selling the menu items. CPK offers competitive compensation ranging from $17.87 to $21.87 per hour, flexible shifts, and full or part-time opportunities. Beneficial perks include an excellent training program, unlimited career advancement opportunities, team member dining discounts, holiday closures, and a rich, diverse culture.

California Pizza Kitchen supports employee growth through structured training, encouraging fun and authenticity in the workplace while maintaining high operational standards. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or other legally protected classifications. The Pantry Cook position requires one to three months of related experience or training, focusing on safe and sanitary food handling, attention to detail, and a desire to contribute positively to a vibrant restaurant environment. Comprehensive benefits such as 401K, health, dental, and disability insurance are available to qualifying employees, underscoring CPK’s commitment to the well-being and future of its team members.