Cook - LPQ

LPQ USA LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage including dental and视觉

Paid Time Off

401(k) with up to 4% match

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Team member discounts

Job summary

Le Pain Quotidien in Bethesda, MD is seeking a Kitchen Team Member to prep and execute all menu items, including seasonal items, for dine-in and to-go, adhering to LPQ ticket standards.

You’ll keep prep areas clean, assist with dishes and kitchen equipment, and help maintain proper par levels using prep sheets. You’ll perform line checks for quality and follow opening, mid, and closing procedures with the Kitchen Manager.

Qualifications

• 1 or 3 months of related restaurant experience or training.
• Previous knife-handling experience a plus.
• Flexibility in schedule highly preferred but not required.
• Ability to be cross-trained in all areas of the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prep and execute all menu items, including seasonal and specials for dine-in and to-go.
• Keep all areas clean and organized, assist with dishes and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain proper par levels and use prep sheets to prepare correct quantities.
• Conduct line checks for quality control and follow opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Quality control

Knife handling

Cross-training

Flexible schedule

Communication

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Cleaning tools

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.At Le Pain Quotidien, our teams are at the heart of the guest experience. We’re looking for team members who take pride in hospitality, enjoy working in a warm and welcoming environment, and want to be part of a team that supports one another. With opportunities to grow, and a culture built around community and connection, LPQ offers a restaurant environment where you will build skills, feel valued, and take pride in the work you do every day.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 working a job, 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.Job DescriptionResponsibilitiesPrep and execute all menu items, including those for seasonal and specials menu items for dine‐in and to‐go by LPQ ticket standardsKeep all areas of the restaurant clean and organized by following cleaning checklists, assisting with cleaning dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, and detail cleaning as necessaryAssist Kitchen Manager in maintaining proper food par levels and use prep sheet to prepare correct levelsConduct line checks for quality controlUse proper tools, equipment, and ingredients for each menu itemFollow all opening, mid, and closing procedures as directed by checklists and the Kitchen ManagerFollow and completes Le Pain Quotidien cleaning and food safety checklists to ensure proper food handlingQualifications1 or 3 months of related restaurant experience or trainingPrevious knife-handling experience a plusFlexibility in schedule is highly preferred but not requiredAbility to be cross‐trained in all areas of the kitchen preferredAbility to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work locationBenefitsEnrollment in Company-contributed health coverage plan, including dental and visionAccrued Paid Time Off401k with up to 4% match after ninety (90) days of employmentPre-tax commuter benefits (in applicable States)Team member discounts at all our brandsThe hourly pay range (plus tips, when eligible) is:$18.00 - $20.00Convive 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.