
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.94 - $20.94
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive compensation
Flexible Shifts
Full and Part-Time Opportunities
benefits
Excellent Training Program
Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities
Team Member Dining Discounts
Diverse Culture
holiday closures
Job Description
California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain that has been serving innovative and flavorful pizzas and other delicious dishes for over 35 years. Established with a philosophy known as R.O.C.K.S, CPK places a strong emphasis on creating a vibrant culture of Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and exceptional Service. This commitment has fostered a welcoming, inclusive, and fun environment for team members and guests alike, making CPK more than just a place to work but a community where careers can be built and thrive. As a leader in the restaurant industry, CPK prides itself on creativity in its menu offerings inspired by the flavors of California, exceptional customer service, and a supportive culture that encourages teamwork and personal growth.
Joining CPK as a Pizza Chef means becoming part of a dynamic and exciting team where your culinary skills and passion for quality food will shine. The role is centered around bringing the California creativity to life in every dish served, ensuring each guest enjoys a memorable dining experience. Employees at CPK embrace the High 5 values which focus on loving CPK’s culture, encouraging individuality, promoting teamwork, obsessing over service details, and sharing a passion for the food and drinks on the menu. The Pizza Chef position offers a unique blend of hands-on culinary craftsmanship and customer service, requiring candidates to maintain the highest standards of food quality and sanitation while working efficiently to prepare delicious pizzas and other items promptly.
This position offers competitive compensation, flexible shifts, opportunities for both full-time and part-time employment, and a wide range of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, and 401K plans. CPK is dedicated to providing excellent training programs that empower employees with the skills needed to excel and unlimited career advancement opportunities to grow within the company. Team members also enjoy dining discounts, a diverse workplace culture, and holiday closures, creating a fulfilling work-life balance. The pay range for this role is from $16.94 to $20.94 per hour, reflecting CPK’s commitment to rewarding its team for their hard work and dedication.
As part of their commitment to diversity and inclusion, California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds without discrimination. The company also maintains transparency regarding the physical demands and responsibilities of the job, ensuring candidates understand their role fully before joining the team. If you have a passion for food, enjoy working in a lively atmosphere, and want to be part of a company that values respect, kindness, and career growth, then a career as a Pizza Chef at CPK is ready and waiting for you. Join CPK to start your #ROCKSolid career and be part of a thriving company that values every member of its family.
Joining CPK as a Pizza Chef means becoming part of a dynamic and exciting team where your culinary skills and passion for quality food will shine. The role is centered around bringing the California creativity to life in every dish served, ensuring each guest enjoys a memorable dining experience. Employees at CPK embrace the High 5 values which focus on loving CPK’s culture, encouraging individuality, promoting teamwork, obsessing over service details, and sharing a passion for the food and drinks on the menu. The Pizza Chef position offers a unique blend of hands-on culinary craftsmanship and customer service, requiring candidates to maintain the highest standards of food quality and sanitation while working efficiently to prepare delicious pizzas and other items promptly.
This position offers competitive compensation, flexible shifts, opportunities for both full-time and part-time employment, and a wide range of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, and 401K plans. CPK is dedicated to providing excellent training programs that empower employees with the skills needed to excel and unlimited career advancement opportunities to grow within the company. Team members also enjoy dining discounts, a diverse workplace culture, and holiday closures, creating a fulfilling work-life balance. The pay range for this role is from $16.94 to $20.94 per hour, reflecting CPK’s commitment to rewarding its team for their hard work and dedication.
As part of their commitment to diversity and inclusion, California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds without discrimination. The company also maintains transparency regarding the physical demands and responsibilities of the job, ensuring candidates understand their role fully before joining the team. If you have a passion for food, enjoy working in a lively atmosphere, and want to be part of a company that values respect, kindness, and career growth, then a career as a Pizza Chef at CPK is ready and waiting for you. Join CPK to start your #ROCKSolid career and be part of a thriving company that values every member of its family.
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- three to six months related experience or training
- ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
- physical ability to perform the duties of the job
- willingness to adhere to food safety and sanitation standards
- commitment to CPK's values of respect, kindness, and service
Job Qualifications
- three to six months related experience or training
- ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- passion for food and customer service
- good communication and teamwork skills
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Job Duties
- maintain the highest standards for food quality and sanitation
- assure timely preparation of all pizzas station recipes
- be experts of the dough-pro machine
- support the line checks process and complete prep par sheets every shift
- prepare all necessary items for their station as needed
- practice and teach safe/sanitary handling of cutting boards, counter tops, knives, and equipment
- maintain the proper temperature of equipment and perform station opening/closing and side work duties each shift
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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