Restaurant Manager

Perks and Benefits Comprehensive eight‑week training program utilizing online, book, and shoulder‑to‑shoulder teaching. Unique electronic learning platform titled “The Proof” to engage continuous development. All‑inclusive food availability, manager meals during work hours, and a Management Dine‑Out card for family and friends. Employee‑driven assistance program called the Kindness Fund to help team members facing life challenges. Industry‑competitive compensation package including bonus potential. Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability insurance, and more. Responsibilities Deliver a phenomenal guest experience. Lead and inspire the team with a people‑first mentality to build on CPK's best‑in‑class culture. Build a hospitality‑oriented team for culinary execution and develop top talent to drive the business forward, fostering career growth and cross‑training. Build sales, profitability, and guest counts. Manage the P&L for the restaurant. Meet financial objectives by forecasting, adjusting labor expenditures, practicing portion controls, preparing budgets, and analyzing variances. Utilize excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with employees, guests, suppliers, and senior management. Maintain a safe and healthy environment by establishing, following, and complying with sanitation standards and procedures. Requirements Minimum of two years FOH management experience in a high‑volume, fast‑paced restaurant. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional leadership skills – ability to motivate, inspire, and develop a team. Passionate about execution, hospitality, and service. Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, lift up to 40 lbs., and perform other diverse physical tasks as needed. Ability to operate computer terminals in moderate noise and temperature environments. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the 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, is available upon request. Salary range: USD ${X} to ${X}. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr