Pizza Cook

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned restaurant brand that has been delighting guests with its unique and innovative take on the classic pizza experience for over 35 years. Known for its California-inspired cuisine, CPK blends fresh, high-quality ingredients with creative and adventurous flavors to deliver an exceptional dining experience that celebrates both tradition and culinary innovation. With a commitment to fostering a culture that ROCKS — Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and epic Service — CPK prioritizes not only the quality of its offerings but also the well-being and development of its team members. This commitment has enabled CPK to become a sought-after employer within the hospitality industry, offering a dynamic and supportive environment where every employee can thrive.

At California Pizza Kitchen, the Pizza Chef role is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food, creativity, and customer service. As a Pizza Chef, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the high standards of food quality and sanitation that guests expect from CPK. You will be responsible for the timely preparation of all pizzas within your station, utilizing expert knowledge of the "Dough-Pro" machine—a critical piece of kitchen equipment that helps ensure the perfect dough consistency every time. In addition to preparing menu items, you will support daily line checks, complete prep par sheets for each shift, and ensure the cleanliness and safety of your workstation.

CPK encourages its Pizza Chefs to practice and promote safe and sanitary handling of all kitchen tools and equipment, including cutting boards, countertops, knives, and other utensils. Maintaining proper temperatures of kitchen equipment and performing opening, closing, and side work duties are also essential aspects of the role, contributing to efficient kitchen operations and excellent guest experiences. Each day presents opportunities to showcase creativity and dedication while working in a fun, fast-paced team environment.

This position offers competitive compensation within the range of $17.87 to $21.87 per hour, reflecting the value that CPK places on skilled culinary professionals. The restaurant provides flexible shifts and both full- and part-time opportunities, making this an ideal role for those seeking a balance between work and life commitments. An excellent training program supports the professional growth of all employees, with unlimited career advancement opportunities available for those looking to build a long-term career in the restaurant industry.

Joining California Pizza Kitchen means becoming part of a diverse culture that values each team member's unique contribution and encourages everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. Employees enjoy holiday closures, team member dining discounts, and a collaborative atmosphere where the passion for food, community, and service excellence shines through. At CPK, being a Pizza Chef is more than a job—it’s joining a family centered around creating memorable dining experiences and living out core values through the CPK High 5: loving CPK, encouraging fun and authenticity, working as a team, obsessing over service details, and passionately selling the menu items.

If you have a culinary spirit, a dedication to quality, and a desire to work in a supportive and innovative environment, the Pizza Chef position at California Pizza Kitchen could be your ideal next career step. We welcome those who are ready to bring their skills, enthusiasm, and unique creativity to our kitchen and contribute to an unforgettable dining experience for guests. California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce, ensuring everyone has a seat at our table.