Restaurant Manager

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned restaurant chain dedicated to delivering innovative, fresh, and delicious Californian-style pizzas and other dishes. Established in 1985 by former federal prosecutors Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax, CPK has grown into a vibrant dining destination known for its creativity and commitment to quality. The company has carved a unique place in the pizza industry, positioning itself alongside other well-known pizza hubs such as Chicago and New York, thanks to iconic menu items like The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club, and Thai Chicken pizzas. CPK prides itself on a lively open kitchen concept that highlights the art of hearth-baked pizza making, providing guests with not only great food but also an engaging dining experience.

CPK operates with a core philosophy known as ROCKS, which stands for Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness, and Service. These principles guide the company’s culture and daily operations, creating an environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best selves to work and to make meaningful contributions to their communities. The company fosters a passionate, one-of-a-kind workplace culture that values continuous learning and development. Employees at CPK benefit from a comprehensive eight-week training program involving diverse learning methods such as online courses, book studies, and hands-on training with experienced mentors.

The role of a manager at California Pizza Kitchen is pivotal in upholding this culture of excellence and driving the restaurant's success. Managers are expected to lead with a people-first mentality, inspiring their teams to deliver phenomenal guest experiences rooted in exceptional hospitality and culinary execution. This leadership role involves building, mentoring, and developing top talent to fuel business growth and provide career advancement opportunities within the company. Management responsibilities also include overseeing sales, profitability, and guest counts, as well as managing the restaurant’s profit and loss (P&L) statements. Effective financial management requires forecasting, adjusting labor costs, practicing portion control, preparing budgets, and analyzing variances.

This role demands strong communication skills to engage effectively with employees, guests, suppliers, and senior management. Additionally, managers must ensure a safe, healthy, and clean environment by rigorously following sanitation standards and procedures. Working at CPK offers a supportive workplace with unique perks such as unlimited pizza meals during shifts, a Management Dine-Out card for personal use, and an employee assistance program called the Kindness Fund to support team members during life challenges. The restaurant also provides an appealing salary range between USD 70,304 and 74,000, with bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to join its dynamic team. This is a remarkable opportunity for passionate leaders who want to be part of a groundbreaking restaurant brand that champions creativity, community, and career development.