Cook - LPQ

LPQ USA LLC; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid Time Off

401k with match

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Le Pain Quotidien is seeking a kitchen team member to prep and execute menu items, maintain cleanliness, and support the Kitchen Manager with inventory and daily procedures. This role offers experience in a warm, hospitality-driven environment within Convive Brands.

The position emphasizes teamwork, reliable schedule flexibility, and adherence to food safety standards while contributing to a welcoming dining experience for guests.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prep and execute all menu items according to LPQ ticket standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist Kitchen Manager in maintaining food par levels and prep sheets.
• Conduct line checks for quality control.
• Use proper tools, equipment, and ingredients for each item.
• Follow opening, mid, and closing procedures as directed by the Kitchen Manager.
• Adhere to Le Pain Quotidien cleaning and food safety checklists.

Skills

Restaurant experience

Knife handling

Team player

Flexible schedule

Cross-training in kitchen

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 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: $16.94 - $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. At Le Pain Quotidien, you can build your skills and career while still having a life outside of work. We’re a Belgian bakery and restaurant known for warm hospitality, great food, and bringing people together. Join a team where you can take pride in your work, grow with purpose, and feel supported along the way.