Pizza Cook

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned contemporary casual dining restaurant chain specializing in innovative California-style pizzas and a diverse menu that caters to a broad range of tastes and preferences. Established over 35 years ago, CPK has built a strong reputation for its commitment to quality, creativity, and excellent guest service. The company's philosophy, encapsulated by R.O.C.K.S—Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and Service—reflects a thriving culture that values each team member and fosters an enjoyable work environment. This approach has crafted a supportive and dynamic workplace that invites employees to thrive and grow professionally. As a leader in the restaurant industry, CPK places a significant emphasis on delivering memorable dining experiences through remarkable food quality and passionate service.

The role of Pizza Chef at California Pizza Kitchen offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts and those who enjoy working in a vibrant, team-focused environment. This position involves maintaining the highest standards in food preparation and sanitation while creating delicious and visually appealing pizzas that align with CPK's commitment to quality and creativity. The Pizza Chef is not only responsible for the timely and efficient preparation of pizzas but also for ensuring that all station equipment, including the "Dough-Pro" machine, is expertly handled to facilitate smooth operations. This role is critical to sustaining the brand's culinary excellence and requires a candidate who values safe food handling and is motivated by delivering exemplary service to guests.

California Pizza Kitchen offers its team members a variety of perks designed to enhance job satisfaction and support work-life balance. These benefits include competitive compensation, flexible shifts suitable for full-time or part-time schedules, comprehensive benefits packages, an excellent training program, and abundant opportunities for career advancement. Employees can enjoy team member dining discounts, experience a culturally diverse workplace, and appreciate holiday closures that respect personal time. This position is a great fit for someone who thrives in a fun, fast-paced environment and is enthusiastic about food and hospitality.

The Pizza Chef role embodies the spirit of Epic Service at CPK. Team members are encouraged to bring their creativity to the table, focus on guest satisfaction, and embody CPK’s High 5 principles: loving the brand, encouraging individuality, collaborating as a team, focusing on service details, and passionately selling menu items. The current pay range for this position is $17.00 to $21.00 per hour, a reflection of the company's commitment to fair and competitive wages. Additionally, eligible employees may receive tips depending on the position, and benefits including 401K, health, dental, and disability insurance are offered for eligible team members.

CPK is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all applicants have equal access to employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, or other legally protected classifications. A comprehensive job description including physical demands is available upon request, allowing prospective employees to fully understand the scope and expectations of this role. Whether you are looking to start your career in the culinary field or are an experienced cook looking to join a respected restaurant brand, California Pizza Kitchen offers an exciting, supportive, and rewarding environment to achieve your professional goals.