Take out

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in innovative and globally inspired California-style pizzas and dishes. Established over 35 years ago, CPK has built a strong reputation for its vibrant culture centered around the philosophy called R.O.C.K.S, which stands for Respect, Opportunities, Communication, Kindness, and Service. This philosophy creates a workplace that values each team member and fosters an environment where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow their careers. As a company, CPK prides itself on cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has a seat at the table, making it an employer of choice in the restaurant industry. The company offers both full-time and part-time employment opportunities, providing flexible scheduling options to accommodate the unique needs of its team members.

The role of Take-Out Specialist at California Pizza Kitchen is ideal for individuals who thrive in dynamic and friendly environments and who have a genuine passion for food and hospitality. As a Take-Out Specialist, you will be the face of CPK for takeout guests, responsible for delivering excellent customer service and ensuring memorable guest experiences by adhering to the CPK High 5 principles. These principles include genuine enthusiasm for the brand, encouraging individuality, teamwork to improve service, attention to service details, and a passion for selling the restaurant's menu offerings.

This position involves managing walk-in and phone orders efficiently, partnering with third-party delivery services, and overseeing all online order processes. Take-Out Specialists are meticulous and well-organized, requiring a strong attention to detail to accurately process orders, handle payments, give precise estimated wait times, and prepare orders for timely customer pickup. They also monitor the curbside pickup area, ensuring a smooth and convenient service for customers using this option. Working at CPK offers extensive training, a competitive wage starting at $17.87 per hour, and the chance to advance within a well-established company that supports career growth and values its employees’ contributions.

CPK also provides a welcoming work atmosphere where flexibility in schedules, diverse team culture, holiday closures, team member discounts, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, disability insurance, and 401K plans are available to eligible employees. This Take-Out Specialist role blends customer interaction with operational efficiency, making it perfect for someone who enjoys teamwork, has a zest for hospitality, and seeks to kick-start a solid career path in the food service industry.