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Prep Cook

$16.9 - $18.9 per hour

California Pizza Kitchen

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks!

For over 35 years we've built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness, and epic Service.

Are you ready to join our team and start your #ROCKSolid career?

The Perks
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Flexible Shifts
  • Full and Part-Time Opportunities
  • Benefits
  • Excellent Training Program
  • Unlimited Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Team Member Dining Discounts
  • Diverse Culture
  • Holiday Closures
Epic Service!

Do you love working in a dynamic, fun atmosphere? Do you have a passion for food and an adventurous spirit? If so, then being a Prep Cook at CPK may be for you! Our team members bring California creativity to every meal by making each guest their top priority. They ensure that each guest has a memorable dining experience by living out the CPK High 5:
  • We love CPK and we want you to notice.
  • We encourage everyone to have fun and be who they (really) are.
  • We always work as a team to better serve our guests.
  • We're obsessed with service details.
  • We sell what's on our menu because we're passionate about our food and drinks.

Job Duties

Our Prep Cooks maintain the highest standards for food quality and sanitation. This entry level position is responsible for following our recipes, procedures, specs, and techniques. They assist in the receiving of goods, daily inventory of prepared foods, and maintain proper storage and rotation of products. They practice and teach safe/sanitary handling of cutting boards, counter tops, knives, and equipment. They maintain the proper temperature of equipment and perform station opening/closing and side work duties each shift.

We look forward to meeting you!

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.

A full job description, including physical demands of the job is available upon request.

The current pay range for this position is USD:
$16.90 - $18.90

Various benefits are available for this position if coverage requirements are met, including 401K, health, dental, and disability insurance (state mandated offerings available) through CPK's designated providers. CPK regularly reviews its benefits offerings and may change benefits and providers from time to time. Server, Bartender, Take Out, Host, and Busser positions are all eligible for tips at CPK.
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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