Pizza Cook

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned restaurant chain that has been delighting guests for over 35 years with its unique blend of innovative California-inspired cuisine and a vibrant dining experience. With a firm commitment to a culture encapsulated by our R.O.C.K.S. philosophy — Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and epic Service — CPK has become a leader in the casual dining industry. From the moment you step into a CPK restaurant, you experience a lively, welcoming environment that values creativity, inclusivity, and teamwork. The company prides itself on fostering a dynamic culture where employees can thrive, learn, and grow their careers within a supportive framework.

CPK is currently looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join us as Pizza Chefs. This role is perfect for those who love to work in a fast-paced and fun atmosphere, have a profound passion for food, and desire to showcase their culinary skills. As a Pizza Chef at California Pizza Kitchen, you become an integral part of a team that brings California creativity to every meal. You will have the opportunity to prepare delicious, high-quality pizzas while upholding CPK's stringent food safety and sanitation standards. Our Pizza Chefs are equipped with great training, allowing them to master the use of tools and equipment such as our proprietary "Dough-Pro" machine and to maintain excellence in food preparation and presentation.

This role offers flexible shifts accommodating both full-time and part-time positions, ensuring work-life balance and availability to a wide range of candidates. Employees enjoy competitive compensation, extensive training programs, and opportunities for unlimited career advancement within the company. Additionally, the company fosters a diverse culture enriched by team member dining discounts, holiday closures, and an environment emphasizing epic service and memorable guest experiences.

The role emphasizes teamwork and service mastery, encouraging team members to live out the CPK High 5 principles, which include loving the brand, having fun as your authentic self, working collaboratively as a team, focusing on service details, and being passionate about the menu offerings. Pizza Chefs play a vital role in achieving these goals by maintaining station cleanliness, ensuring proper equipment temperatures, managing prep sheets, and leading the line checks. Their expert handling of food safety practices and culinary techniques directly contributes to creating a memorable dining experience for every guest.

Working at CPK means joining a company that is committed to equal opportunity employment, embracing diversity and inclusion without discrimination. Everyone is welcomed and respected at our table. The position demands dedication, passion, and a willingness to learn and grow within an environment that celebrates creativity and exceptional service. If you thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented atmosphere and have a culinary spirit, CPK's Pizza Chef role is an excellent opportunity to build a #ROCKSolid career and be part of a culture that truly rocks!