Cook-2

LPQ USA LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 24,727 - 25,485; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-contributed health coverage

Accrued Paid Time Off

401k with up to 4% match

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Team member discounts

Job summary

LPQ USA LLC in Washington, DC, is hiring for a kitchen position focusing on food preparation and restaurant cleanliness. Responsibilities include prepping menu items, maintaining kitchen organization, and supporting the Kitchen Manager. Ideal candidates will have some restaurant experience and communication skills.

The position offers benefits such as health coverage, paid time off, a matching 401k, and employee discounts. Pay ranges from $17.95 to $18.50 per hour, plus tips.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 months of related restaurant experience or training.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language of the work location.

Responsibilities

• Prep and execute all menu items according to LPQ ticket standards.
• Keep all areas of the restaurant clean and organized.
• Assist Kitchen Manager with food par levels and prep sheets.
• Conduct line checks for quality control.

Skills

Related restaurant experience

Knife-handling experience

Flexibility in schedule

Cross-trained in kitchen areas

Communication skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prep and execute all menu items, including those for seasonal and specials menu items for dine‑in and to‑go by LPQ ticket standards
• Keep all areas of the restaurant clean and organized by following cleaning checklists, assisting with cleaning dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, and detail cleaning as necessary
• Assist Kitchen Manager in maintaining proper food par levels and use prep sheet to prepare correct levels
• Conduct line checks for quality control
• Use proper tools, equipment, and ingredients for each menu item
• Follow all opening, mid, and closing procedures as directed by checklists and the Kitchen Manager
• Follow and complete Le Pain Quotidien cleaning and food safety checklists to ensure proper food handling

Qualifications

• 1 or 3 months of related restaurant experience or training
• Previous knife-handling experience a plus
• Flexibility in schedule is highly preferred but not required
• Ability to be cross‑trained in all areas of the kitchen preferred
• Ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location

Benefits

• Enrollment in Company‑contributed health coverage plan, including dental and vision
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• 401k with up to 4% match after ninety (90) days of employment
• Pre‑tax commuter benefits (in applicable States)
• Team member discounts at all our brands

Pay

The hourly pay range (plus tips, when eligible) is: $17.95 - $18.50

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.