Assistant General Manager

LPQ USA LLC; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, and/

Paid time off

401k with match

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Team member discounts

Job summary

Convive Brands is seeking a Restaurant Manager for LPQ California location in Claremont. You will oversee daily operations, lead a Front of House team, and ensure guest satisfaction while upholding our hospitality standards.

The role emphasizes people leadership, cost control, and operational excellence in a daytime, crew-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume setting.
• Toast POS, Clover, or similar POS experience.
• Experience with P&L, forecasting, inventory, and COGs preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support GM in overseeing all aspects of the operation within the restaurant.
• Provide consistent execution and exemplary service to our guests.
• Direct Front of House team to ensure all opening, mid, and closing procedures are followed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the restaurant.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and retain a successful team.
• Train, coach, and mentor all team members.
• Ensure completion of food safety checklists.
• Maintain and manage food cost, troubleshooting any issues that may arise.
• Manage P&L, forecasting, COGs, and inventory control.

Skills

Restaurant mgmt

POS systems

P&L & forecasting

Inventory mgmt

Tools

Toast POS

Clover POS

Job description

Be home in time for dinner! At Le Pain Quotidien, we believe exceptional hospitality starts with purpose, in our ingredients, our standards, and how we care for people. When you join LPQ, you become part of a 35-year-old beloved brand built on warmth, community, and connection. From the bread we bake to the experiences we create, we take pride in doing things the right way, every day. Regular guests become familiar faces, teammates support one another, and every shift feels purposeful. We also offer something different from many restaurant environments: a more predictable schedule, a sustainable pace, and the ability to build a career without sacrificing your life outside of work. As part of Convive Brands, you’ll have opportunities to grow your career across a portfolio of restaurant concepts, including California Pizza Kitchen and Little Beet. At LPQ, you’re not just joining a restaurant, you’re joining a place where you can develop your skills and career, take pride in your work, and be part of building a strong community.

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Support GM in overseeing all aspects of the operation within the restaurant
• Provide consistent execution and exemplary service to our guests
• Direct Front of House team to ensure all opening, mid, and closing procedures are followed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the restaurant
• Recruit, interview, hire, and retain a successful team
• Train, coach, and mentor all team members
• Ensure completion of food safety checklists
• Maintain and manage food cost, troubleshooting any issues that may arise
• Manage P&L, forecasting, COGs, and inventory control

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of restaurant management experience in a restaurant with comparable steps of service and volume
• Toast POS, Clover, or similar POS experience
• Previous experience with P&L, forecasting, inventory, and COGs strongly preferred
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving abilities required
• Proficiency in Spanish, French, and/or Arabic a plus

Benefits

• Enrollment in Company-contributed health coverage plan, including dental and vision
• 7 days PTO
• 401k with up to 4% match after ninety (90) days of employment
• Life insurance coverage fully paid by the Company
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• Team member discounts at all our brands

Pay Range (plus a bonus): $52,000 - $60,000

Pay Range (plus a bonus): $52,000 - $60,000

Perks and Benefits

• Real work-life balance - daytime hours
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• PTO starting at 10 days
• 401k with company match
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• Team member discounts at all our brands

Convive Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected class. Convive Brands celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Home to Le Pain Quotidien, California Pizza Kitchen, and Little Beet, Convive Brands is a restaurant group built by people who care deeply about hospitality, collaboration, and creating brands guests genuinely connect with. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for thoughtful, driven individuals who want to make an impact, help shape the future of our brands, and grow alongside a collaborative team.