Pasta Cook

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in innovative, California-style pizza and a wide variety of fresh, flavorful dishes. Established over 35 years ago, CPK has built a strong culture known as R.O.C.K.S, which stands for Respect, Opportunities, Communication, Kindness, and Service. This philosophy is the foundation of a workplace where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to provide legendary service to guests. CPK is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees and guests alike.

With competitive compensation and an excellent training program, CPK offers full and part-time opportunities with flexible shifts that accommodate various schedules. Employees benefit from a variety of perks such as dining discounts, holiday closures, and a chance for unlimited career advancement within the company. The team culture at CPK encourages fun and authenticity, promoting teamwork and passion for food in a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. Working at CPK is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to grow your career in an environment that celebrates creativity, service excellence, and mutual respect.

The Pasta Cook role at California Pizza Kitchen is critical to delivering the high-quality food experience that guests expect. As a Pasta Cook, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards in food preparation and sanitation. This role requires timely and accurate preparation of pastas, sandwiches, and grilled items, supporting line check processes, and completing prep par sheets during each shift. You will be expected to prepare all necessary items for your station and practice safe handling of all kitchen tools and equipment.

In addition to cooking duties, Pasta Cooks ensure that equipment temperatures are maintained properly and perform station opening, closing, and side work tasks each shift. This position requires someone who can work efficiently and collaboratively as part of a team, upholding CPK's values and delivering an outstanding culinary experience. Candidates should have three to six months of related experience or training, a passion for food, and an adventurous spirit. With a pay range of $16.90 to $21.90 per hour, this opportunity not only offers competitive wages but also a pathway to career growth within a supportive and energizing environment. CPK fosters a workplace where every team member is treated with respect and has a chance to rock their career.