Restaurant Manager

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain that has been revolutionizing the pizza dining experience since its founding in 1985. Known for its inventive and flavorful hearth-baked pizzas such as The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club, and Thai Chicken, CPK has established itself as a trailblazer in the pizza industry, elevating California-style cuisines alongside Chicago and New York styles. Located across numerous locations, CPK prides itself on a vibrant atmosphere where culinary creativity meets exceptional hospitality. The company's mission is deeply rooted in its ROCKS philosophy—Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness, and Service—which shapes a unique culture that invites team members to bring their authentic selves to work every day. California Pizza Kitchen is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone is empowered to excel in their role. The company offers an engaging and supportive environment encouraging personal growth, development, and a spirit of innovation and collaboration.

The role of a Front of House (FOH) Manager at California Pizza Kitchen is a dynamic leadership position responsible for ensuring a phenomenal guest experience and fostering a people-first culture that aligns with CPK’s world-class standards. The FOH Manager leads by example, inspiring and motivating the team to deliver excellent hospitality and culinary execution. This position involves managing daily restaurant operations with a strong focus on building a cohesive team around service excellence. The manager is tasked with driving sales, profitability, and guest engagement by implementing effective strategies and operational controls. Key responsibilities include overseeing the restaurant’s profit and loss (P&L) statements, forecasting labor and costs, maintaining compliance with sanitation and safety standards, and ensuring seamless communication across all departments. The FOH Manager at CPK is not only a leader and mentor but also a strategist who actively drives the business forward by cultivating top talent and encouraging career development within the team.

The position provides an industry-competitive compensation package with a salary ranging from $70,000 to $75,000, along with bonus potential. Alongside financial rewards, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans such as 401(k), and a variety of employee wellness programs. To support professional development, the manager will participate in a thorough eight-week training program utilizing multiple methods including online modules, book learning, and hands-on shoulder-to-shoulder coaching. The company also values continuous learning through its proprietary electronic learning platform called "The Proof." Employees enjoy a vibrant company culture where they can express their unique talents, enjoy all the pizza they can eat during shifts, and benefit from the Kindness Fund, an employee-driven assistance program that supports team members facing life challenges. California Pizza Kitchen maintains a safe, respectful, and positive work environment that promotes teamwork, growth, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional guest dining experiences.