Pasta Viva – Now Hiring (All Positions) | Manager, Bakers, FOH & BOH Crew Members
303 3rd St Huntington Beach CA 92648 Full-time & Part-time | Lunch Dinner Late Night Weekend Brunch
Pasta Viva is a modern Italian-inspired fast-casual kitchen focused on fresh-made pasta, clean ingredients, and joyful hospitality. We make our pasta in-house, bake focaccia daily, and serve honest, feel-good food. We’re building an energetic, welcoming team — and we’d love for you to be part of it.
What You’ll Do
Manager
1. Operations
- Lead daily FOH & BOH operations with strong process and systems.
- Ensure quality, speed, accuracy, cleanliness and hospitality across all shifts.
- Train, coach, and develop team members for consistent performance.
- Maintain smooth service flow and uphold food safety + brand standards
2. Financial Performance
- Track and report weekly KPIs: Sales, Labor Cost, Food Cost, Fixed Costs.
- Optimize labor deployment and scheduling for efficiency and service flow.
- Manage inventory, ordering, portioning, and protecting margins
- Maintain target profitability and performance.
3. Innovation & Growth
- Execute new initiatives: seasonal menu items, specials, culinary updates.
- Support marketing efforts and in-store promotions.
- Contribute ideas that enhance guest experience and operational efficiency.
- Help build a culture of continuous improvement and creativity.
FOH Crew
- Greet and connect with guests warmly, creating a welcoming first impression
- Work the line efficiently — take orders, assemble bowls, plate items, and package takeout with care
- Serve and run food quickly and accurately, ensuring beautiful presentation and timely delivery
- Package pickup & third-party orders with precision to avoid errors and ensure guest satisfaction
- Maintain speed, accuracy, and consistency
- Provide exceptional customer service, answering questions and guiding guests through the menu
- Keep FOH clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout all shifts
- Communicate and collaborate with teammates to keep service smooth and efficient
- Uphold Pasta Viva’s hospitality, cleanliness, and brand standards at all times
BOH Crew
- Prep and cook proteins, fresh pasta, focaccia bread, sauces, and toppings with accuracy and consistency
- Execute line cooking, plating, and portioning quickly and correctly during service
- Follow recipes, prep lists, and volume needs with strong attention to detail
- Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
- Communicate clearly with the team to keep service smooth and efficient
- Work with speed, accuracy, and great teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen
- Support with prep, restocking, and dishwashing as needed
- Be reliable, on time, and committed to quality every shift
What We’re Looking For
- Friendly, reliable, team-oriented people
- Great energy and a love for hospitality
- Ability to work in a fast-moving environment and follow direction and procedures
- Precious experience in fast-casual restaurants required
- Manager candidates: 2+ years restaurant leadership
Why Work With Us
- Competitive pay + tips
- Flexible scheduling
- Growth opportunities in a new brand
- Positive, respectful, purpose-driven culture
- Staff meals & discounts
- Training & development
Shifts Available
- Morning/Lunch
- Dinner
- Late Night
- Weekend Brunch
- Monday–Sunday (full & part-time)
How to Apply
Submit your resume through Indeed
or
Apply in person in Huntington Beach or at [email protected]
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid training
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
