Pizza Cook

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain specializing in innovative pizzas with a California twist. Established over 35 years ago, CPK has built a revered reputation for crafting delicious culinary experiences emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients and bold flavors. The company prides itself on fostering a dynamic and inclusive culture known as R.O.C.K.S, which stands for Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and Service. This culture is central to CPK's commitment to creating an exceptional workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to grow.

At CPK, career development is highly encouraged through comprehensive training programs, ongoing coaching, and unlimited growth opportunities within the organization. The company offers flexible shifts and both full and part-time employment options to accommodate diverse schedules. Competitive compensation and a variety of outstanding benefits complement the overall employee experience. Team members also enjoy dining discounts and the joy of working within a diverse culture that embraces individuality and teamwork. Holiday closures further demonstrate CPK’s respect for work-life balance.

The Pizza Chef role at California Pizza Kitchen represents an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food and culinary creativity. As a Pizza Chef, you will be integral to delivering the legendary California-style pizzas that guests keep coming back for, bringing creativity and excellence to every dish. Your job will be to uphold the highest standards of food quality and sanitation, ensuring consistency and safety throughout food preparation processes.

This role requires proficiency with specialized equipment like the "Dough-Pro" machine and the ability to maintain proper temperatures and storage standards. You will be responsible for timely preparation of all pizza recipes, supporting line checks, completing prep par sheets, and performing opening, closing, and side work duties for your station each shift. Practicing and educating colleagues about safe and sanitary handling of kitchen tools and surfaces will also be an important part of your responsibilities.

Working as a Pizza Chef at CPK means being part of a team that follows the "CPK High 5" philosophy: loving CPK, encouraging a fun and authentic environment, collaborating closely as a team to better serve guests, focusing obsessively on service details, and passionately selling the menu offerings. If you enjoy a fast-paced, lively work setting and want to showcase your culinary skills in front of friends, family, and guests, this role offers an ideal platform to grow your career while doing something you love.

Whether you are just starting your culinary journey or bringing prior kitchen experience, California Pizza Kitchen values your contribution and will support your success every step of the way. This is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to bring their unique perspectives and talents to the table. Join CPK, and start your #ROCKSolid career where respect, opportunity, kindness, and epic service come together in a vibrant culture that rocks!