Pantry Cook

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is an innovative American casual dining restaurant chain known for its inventive menu that features a variety of California-style pizzas, salads, pastas, and desserts. Since its inception over 35 years ago, CPK has built a culture centered on R.O.C.K.S, a philosophy that embodies Respect, outstanding Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and epic Service. This culture drives the team to create an engaging and inclusive environment where employees are empowered to thrive and deliver memorable dining experiences to guests. As a restaurant, CPK emphasizes the importance of creativity, teamwork, and service excellence to maintain its reputation as a leader in casual dining. The company values a diverse workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or other protected classifications.

The Pantry Cook role at California Pizza Kitchen is a key kitchen position focused on maintaining the highest standards of food quality, sanitation, and station maintenance. This role plays an essential part in preparation and presentation of all salads and desserts, contributing to the overall guest experience by ensuring every meal reflects the creativity and quality that CPK is known for. The Pantry Cook supports kitchen operations by assisting with line checks, completing necessary prep par sheets per shift, and ensuring safe and sanitary handling of kitchen tools and equipment. Timeliness, attention to detail, and a passion for food service are critical to success in this role. The position offers competitive compensation with a current pay range of $16.90 to $20.90 per hour and opportunities for full-time or part-time employment with flexible scheduling. Employees benefit from excellent training programs, opportunities for career advancement, team member dining discounts, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, disability, and 401K plans, subject to coverage requirements. CPK also honors holiday closures, promoting work-life balance. If you enjoy working in a dynamic and fun atmosphere with an adventurous spirit for culinary excellence, becoming a Pantry Cook at CPK offers a rewarding pathway to grow within a supportive team and contribute to an iconic dining experience.