Pasta Cook

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain that has been delighting guests with its innovative California-style cuisine for over 35 years. Known for its commitment to a unique and vibrant culture, CPK fosters an environment built on the principles of Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and extraordinary Service—an ethos they proudly call R.O.C.K.S. This philosophy has helped CPK create a workplace culture that truly rocks and inspires team members to bring their best selves to work each day.

At CPK, employees are not just team members; they are part of a diverse and inclusive family where everyone has a seat at the table. The company is celebrated for encouraging creativity and individuality, ensuring a fun and dynamic work environment. Whether you are passionate about food, hospitality, or personal growth, CPK offers a place where your talents can thrive. With flexible shifts and both full-time and part-time positions available, CPK provides valuable employment opportunities for a broad range of individuals.

The Pasta Cook position at California Pizza Kitchen is an exciting role for individuals who have a passion for food and culinary craftsmanship. As a Pasta Cook, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of food quality and sanitation while preparing delicious pastas, sandwiches, and grilled items. This role is integral to delivering the memorable dining experiences that CPK is known for. Our Pasta Cooks bring California creativity to each dish and work within a collaborative team environment that prioritizes stellar service and attention to detail.

CPK emphasizes the importance of its High 5 service standards: loving the brand, encouraging authenticity and fun, teamwork, obsessing over service details, and promoting the menu with passion. As a Pasta Cook, you will embody these principles, ensuring each guest receives exceptional service and satisfaction. The position requires skills in supporting line checks, completing prep sheets every shift, and adhering to safe and sanitary food handling practices. You will be entrusted with station opening and closing procedures and side work duties to maintain smooth kitchen operations.

Candidates typically have three to six months of related culinary experience or training, making this role suitable for individuals eager to build or advance their career in the culinary arts within a supportive and growth-oriented restaurant setting.

The compensation for the Pasta Cook role at CPK ranges from $18.57 to $23.57 per hour, reflecting competitive pay within the industry. Additionally, CPK offers numerous perks and benefits designed to support both your professional journey and personal well-being. Team members enjoy access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include 401K retirement savings plans, health, dental, and disability insurance according to state mandates, and employee dining discounts. The restaurant also fosters unlimited career advancement opportunities, so hardworking and passionate individuals can progress within the company. CPK is proud to provide excellent training programs to enhance your skills and open doors to future roles in the hospitality industry.

California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or any other legally protected classifications. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, understanding that a diverse culture enriches the workplace and guest experience. Additional job-specific information, including physical demands of the position, is available upon request. Join CPK and start your #ROCKSolid career where your love for food, quality service, and team spirit will be celebrated and rewarded.