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 fresh, creative dishes and welcoming dining atmosphere, CPK has built a strong reputation as a leader in the restaurant industry. With a focus on quality ingredients, unique recipes, and exceptional guest service, CPK continues to attract food lovers who want a memorable dining experience. The company culture, guided by the R.O.C.K.S philosophy, emphasizes Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and outstanding Service, creating a supportive and dynamic work environment where team members can thrive and grow their careers.

CPK is currently seeking passionate and skilled Pasta Cooks to join their vibrant team. As a Pasta Cook at California Pizza Kitchen, you will play a pivotal role in preparing high-quality pastas, sandwiches, and grilled items while maintaining impeccable food safety and sanitation standards. The position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, fun, and team-oriented environment and have a passion for culinary excellence. Whether you are a seasoned cook or someone with a genuine interest in food preparation, CPK provides excellent training and career advancement opportunities to help you succeed. Flexible shifts and a mix of full-time and part-time opportunities make this an accessible role for a wide range of candidates.

The Pasta Cook position offers competitive compensation ranging from $16.50 to $21.50 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, disability insurance, and a 401K plan for those who meet coverage requirements. In addition to financial rewards, team members enjoy numerous perks such as flexible scheduling, holiday closures, team member dining discounts, and a diverse, inclusive work culture where everyone is valued. You will be encouraged to express your creativity, interact with guests, and be part of a team that is obsessed with service excellence and passionate about the food they serve.

At CPK, the Pasta Cook role is not just about cooking; it is about delivering an unforgettable guest experience that aligns with the company’s High 5 principles: loving CPK, being authentic, collaborating as a team, obsessing over service details, and passionately representing the menu. This role requires an individual who can maintain station cleanliness and organization, support line checks, complete prep work accurately each shift, and practice safe food handling procedures. Candidates with three to six months of relevant experience or culinary training are preferred, though the supportive training program is designed to help you grow your skills.

By joining California Pizza Kitchen, you become part of a brand that values every team member’s contribution and invests in their professional growth. The company fosters a culture where kindness and communication foster collaboration and success. If you are ready to build a #ROCKSolid career in a restaurant that truly cares about its people and its guests, this Pasta Cook opportunity at CPK is the perfect place to start or continue your culinary journey.