Restaurant Manager

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain that has been delighting guests since 1985 by offering innovative, hearth-baked pizzas and a unique California-inspired culinary experience. Founded by former federal prosecutors Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax, CPK has revolutionized the pizza industry by introducing creative menu items such as The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club, and Thai Chicken pizzas. These signature dishes, prepared in an open kitchen environment, reflect the brand's commitment to fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and culinary creativity. Over the years, CPK has earned a reputation as a vibrant community of tastemakers, rule breakers, and earth shakers who thrive on collaboration, innovation, and delivering outstanding guest experiences.

California Pizza Kitchen is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture guided by its ROCKS philosophy — which stands for Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness, and Service. This philosophy empowers team members to bring their authentic selves to work, contribute their unique talents, and grow both personally and professionally. The company invests significantly in employee development through a comprehensive eight-week training program that blends online, print, and hands-on teaching methods. Additionally, CPK promotes career growth by preferring internal promotion opportunities and encouraging cross-training among staff. The brand takes pride in offering a one-of-a-kind company culture where continuous learning is supported through its innovative electronic learning platform called "The Proof."

The role offered at California Pizza Kitchen is that of a Front of House (FOH) Manager, a pivotal leadership position responsible for elevating guest experiences and driving business success in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment. As a FOH Manager, you will play a key role in inspiring and leading a dedicated team by exemplifying a people-first mentality and maintaining the company’s best-in-class culture. Your leadership will involve not only overseeing hospitality and culinary execution but also contributing to team development by mentoring and cultivating top talent. This role demands exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, as you will engage with employees, guests, suppliers, and senior management effectively.

The FOH Manager is accountable for managing the restaurant’s financial performance, including profit and loss oversight, forecasting, labor management, budgeting, and expense control through portion and operational standards adherence. Commitment to food safety and sanitation policies is essential to ensure a secure and healthy environment for both guests and employees. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about hospitality, service excellence, and wants to be part of a company that champions innovation and bold creativity.

The position offers an industry-competitive compensation package with bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, and disability insurance. The salary range is between $70,000 and $75,000, reflecting CPK’s commitment to rewarding contributions fairly. Additional perks include all the pizza you can eat during shifts, a Management Dine-Out card for enjoying meals with family and friends, an employee assistance program called the Kindness Fund, and an empowering environment to express your unique talents. At California Pizza Kitchen, everyone truly has a seat at the table, reinforcing a culture of diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.