Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $16.90
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive compensation
Flexible Shifts
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Team Member Dining Discounts
holiday closures

Job Description

California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain known for its innovative menu featuring creative pizzas, pastas, salads, and other Californian-inspired dishes. Founded over 35 years ago, CPK has grown to be a beloved destination for guests seeking delicious food in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. With a commitment to a culture that resonates deeply with its team and guests alike, CPK embraces a unique philosophy called R.O.C.K.S. This stands for Respect, Opportunities, open Communication, Kindness, and epic Service, a set of guiding principles that shape the company culture and employee experience. At CPK, these core values foster an environment where team members are respected, given meaningful opportunities, and encouraged to communicate openly while practicing kindness and delivering exceptional service. This philosophy has helped the company to build a culture that truly rocks, making it not just a restaurant, but a community where employees can thrive and grow.

The role of a Take-Out Specialist at California Pizza Kitchen offers an exciting opportunity to be part of this dynamic and fun atmosphere. The position is designed for individuals who have a passion for food, an adventurous spirit, and who enjoy making guests feel welcome and cared for. Take-Out Specialists are essential team members who help deliver the California creative dining experience by being the friendly face and organizational hub for take-out orders. They handle a variety of tasks including capturing guest orders accurately, coordinating with third-party delivery services, facilitating online orders, and managing curbside pickups. Attention to detail and a strong knowledge of the menu and packaging are critical for success in this role.

Take-Out Specialists at CPK take pride in living out the company's "High 5" values: loving the CPK brand and wanting guests to notice, encouraging everyone to be their authentic selves, working collaboratively as a team, obsessing over service details, and passionately selling menu items because of genuine enthusiasm for the food and drinks. This role offers part-time and full-time opportunities, flexible shifts, and competitive compensation, currently set at a rate of $16.90 per hour. Beyond the financial benefits, CPK provides an excellent training program and unlimited opportunities for career advancement, making it an ideal starting point or stepping stone for those looking to build a solid career in the restaurant and hospitality industry.

Additionally, team members enjoy a variety of benefits, such as health insurance, dental insurance, disability coverage, 401K retirement options, paid time off, team member dining discounts, and holiday closures. CPK embraces diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring that everyone has an equal seat at the table regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or any other protected classification. Physical demands and a full job description are available to candidates upon request, ensuring transparency and openness about the role. This position also includes eligibility for tips, reflecting the company's commitment to rewarding excellent service.

In summary, joining California Pizza Kitchen as a Take-Out Specialist means more than just taking orders. It means becoming part of a supportive and exciting team culture that values respect, kindness, and service excellence, while providing an environment ripe for personal growth, career development, and meaningful experiences in the food hospitality field.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
  • excellent interpersonal skills
  • reliable and punctual
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • basic math and reading skills
  • willingness to learn and adapt

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • prior customer service experience beneficial
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • basic computer skills
  • friendly and outgoing personality
  • passion for food and hospitality

Job Duties

  • capture guest walk-in and phone orders
  • partner with third-party delivery companies
  • facilitate all online orders
  • collect payments from guests
  • provide accurate quote times for orders
  • prepare orders for pickup
  • monitor curbside for automobile-parked guests in the designated area

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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