At California Pizza Kitchen, we bring the biggest and best parts of ourselves to work and to our communities, and are guided by our ROCKS philosophy (Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness and Service). We are committed to moving people forward and encourage everyone to apply their passion at CPK. So go ahead…be bold, be epic, be YOU!
THE PERKS
- Comprehensive eight-week training program utilizing several methods of learning including online, book and shoulder-to-shoulder teaching.
- Tremendously passionate, one-of-a-kind company culture.
- Opportunities for growth and development. We love promoting from within!
- Unique electronic learning platform appropriately titled “The Proof” to engage continuous development.
- All the pizza you can eat! Manager meals while working and a Management Dine-Out card to enjoy with your family and friends.
- An environment where you can express your unique talents and skills.
- Employee driven assistance program called the Kindness Fund which lends a helping hand to our team members encountering life challenges.
- Industry competitive compensation package including bonus potential.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision and more.
OUR EXPECTATIONS
- Delivering a phenomenal guest experience.
- Leading and inspiring the team with a people-first mentality to build on CPK's best in class culture.
- Building a team around hospitality and culinary execution and developing top talent to drive the business forward - fostering career growth and cross training for the team.
- Building sales, profitability, and guest counts.
- Managing the P&L for the restaurant.
- Meeting financial objectives by forecasting, adjusting labor expenditures, practicing portion controls, preparing budgets, and analyzing variances.
- Utilizing excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with employees, guests, suppliers and senior management.
- Maintaining a safe and healthy environment by establishing, following, and complying with sanitation standards and procedures
WHO IS CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
We are passionate individuals committed to inspiring others by bringing California creativity to every meal! Founded in 1985, former federal prosecutors Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax combined their fervor for food and fresh ingredients to create innovative, hearth-baked pizzas such as The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club and Thai Chicken that are created in a lively open kitchen. The concept gave California a place in the pizza revolution alongside Chicago and New York. CPK has since become the place for taste makers, rule breakers and earth shakers who conquer challenges by daring to work on the edge and thinking outside the box.
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of two years FOH management experience in a high volume, faced paced restaurant.
- Strong communication skills – verbal and written.
- Exceptional leadership skills – ability to motivate, inspire and develop a team.
- Passionate about execution, hospitality and service.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to computer terminals. The noise level and temperature is moderate. The employee has the ability to sit, stand and/or walk for up to 10 hours a day. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, bend or kneel, lift up to 40 lbs. and perform other diverse physical tasks as needed. The vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
NOTE: CPK reserves the right to revise or change the position plan as the need arises. This position plan is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
A full job description, including physical demands of the job is available upon request.
The current salary range for this position is USD $70,000 to $75,000
Various benefits are available for this position, including 401K, health, dental, vision, and disability insurance through CPK’s designated providers. CPK regularly reviews its benefits offerings and may change benefits and providers from time to time.
California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or any other legally protected classification. Everyone has a seat at our table.
Skills Required
- Minimum of two years FOH management experience in a high volume, fast paced restaurant.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional leadership skills with ability to motivate, inspire, and develop a team.
- Passion for execution, hospitality, and service.
- Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk up to 10 hours a day; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel; lift up to 40 lbs.; vision requirements (close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, adjust focus).
California Pizza Kitchen Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about California Pizza Kitchen and has not been reviewed or approved by California Pizza Kitchen.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are available to benefits‑eligible employees, supported by documented enrollment processes and a dedicated benefits help center. Manager and eligible hourly roles explicitly reference access to these plans across postings and official resources.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan is offered for eligible roles and is highlighted alongside core insurance offerings in corporate and management materials. Availability is consistently cited in job postings and benefits communications.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Meal discounts, an Employee Assistance Program, and the Kindness Fund provide practical perks and crisis support. Formal policy resources for leave and assistance are maintained on the company’s people‑services portal.
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What We Do
Founded in 1985, California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) revolutionized casual dining with its first restaurant in Beverly Hills, introducing the world to gourmet, California-inspired pizza. Now celebrating its 40th anniversary year, CPK is a beloved global brand, serving creative California cuisine across 26 states and in nine countries and U.S. territories. CPK continues to redefine casual dining, fueled by a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold global flavors. CPK combines familiar foods with a fresh, imaginative California twist that guests continue to crave. For more information on California Pizza Kitchen, visit www.cpk.com.
