Cook - LPQ

Lepainquotidien; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking dedicated kitchen staff to join their vibrant team. This role offers the opportunity to prepare and execute a diverse menu while ensuring high standards of cleanliness and food safety. You will work in a collaborative environment where every team member plays a vital role in creating memorable dining experiences. With a focus on community and quality, this position promises not just a job, but a chance to be part of a culinary tradition that values togetherness and excellence. If you are passionate about food and service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company-contributed health coverage

Accrued Paid Time Off

401k with up to 4% match

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Team member discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ months of restaurant experience or training preferred.
• Ability to understand primary work language is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prep and execute all menu items for dine-in and to-go.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the restaurant.
• Assist in food safety and quality control checks.

Skills

Knife-handling

Flexibility in schedule

Cross-training ability

Food safety knowledge

Education

Related restaurant experience

Training in food preparation

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Le Pain Quotidien means the daily bread. And to us, that means everything. It’s much more than mere sustenance; it’s a way of life. As our loaves emerge from the ovens, warm and fragrant, friends gather around our communal tables to share in the time-honored tradition of breaking bread. The hum of conversation fills the air, jam is passed around the table, and, ever so gracefully, time slows.

Convive Brands is a New York-based hospitality group that builds and operates high-quality restaurant brands. Convive operates 60+ restaurants nationwide across three concepts: Le Pain Quotidien, Little Beet, and Little Beet Table. As a patient, long-term investor-operator, it aims to build significant enterprise value through both organic growth and acquisition.

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 completes 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

The hourly pay range (plus tips, when eligible) is: $16.35 - $19.00

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.