Pantry Cook

California Pizza Kitchen, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible shifts

Benefits

Team member dining discounts

Holiday closures

Excellent training program

Unlimited career advancement

Job summary

California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Pantry Cook to uphold high standards of food quality and service in our busy kitchen.

You will handle pantry duties, prepare salads and desserts, and support the team through opening/closing tasks while maintaining sanitation. The role offers competitive pay, flexible shifts, and opportunities for full- and part-time schedules.

Join our culture of ROCKS and deliver memorable dining experiences with our team.

Qualifications

• 1–3 months related experience or training required.
• Pantry cooks handle salads and desserts and maintain sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain highest standards for food quality, sanitation, and pantry station.
• Ensure timely preparation of all salads and desserts.
• Support line check process and complete prep par sheets each shift.
• Prepare all necessary items for the pantry station as needed.
• Practice safe and sanitary handling of cutting boards, countertops, knives, and equipment.
• Open/close pantry station and perform side work duties each shift.

Skills

Food prep

Sanitation

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

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? Do you like to have friends visit and show them your culinary skills? If so, then being a Pantry 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 Pantry Cooks maintain the highest standards for food quality, sanitation, and maintenance in Pantry station.
• They assure timely preparation of all salads and desserts.
• Our Cooks support the line check process and complete prep par sheets every shift.
• They prepare all necessary items for their station as needed.
• 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.

Experience & Qualifications

• We require one to three months related experience or training.

Pay

The current pay range for this position is USD: $16.90 - $20.90

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

We look forward to meeting you!

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Culture and Values

Since we first opened our doors in 1985, our R.O.C.K. philosophy (Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness) has set CPK apart from those both inside and outside our industry. It’s not just a saying we hang on the wall but something we all strive to live to breathe every day. These values allow our employees to be who they (really) are, encourage everyone to apply their passion to their role, and open the door for all to fulfill their potential and exceed their expectations within the organization. Respect guides us as a company and as individuals to value our guests, co-workers, community, vendors and environment. We continually seek out the opinions of team members, guests, and communities to learn and enhance the CPK experience. Simply said, all voices matter, and our focus on respect ensures that all voices are heard. Opportunity at CPK is real and tangible. Through exciting career growth and cross training, we're always looking to develop and refine our top talent to drive the business and lead others. CPK challenges its employees to learn about the business at every level. Our most talented employees are provided with opportunities to contribute in a meaningful way, to help fuel the growth of our organization. Communication is actively encouraged at CPK. We have an open-door policy and a culture where everyone is known on a first name basis and always welcome to speak up. Kindness defines the energy and spirit of California Pizza Kitchen. It shapes and guides how we develop, communicate, and hold each other accountable to our high standards.