Lead Kitchen Supervisor - CA

LPQ USA LLC; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid Time Off

401k with up to 4% match

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Team member discounts

Job summary

LPQ USA LLC in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking a culinary team member to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure quality standards, and uphold safety and cleanliness. You will work with a collaborative team in a warm environment.

You will train staff on recipes and food safety, manage opening/closing procedures, and contribute to guest satisfaction through consistent service and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 months of restaurant experience or training.
• Food Handler’s Certification or ability to acquire.
• Flexible schedule is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary functions including food purchasing, receiving, preparation and maintenance of quality standards, safety, sanitation, and cleanliness.
• Train hourly culinary team members on recipes, food safety, equipment, and all standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all menu items served meets or exceeds our standard of excellence.
• Maintain full knowledge of all recipes, including seasonal offerings.
• Complete opening, mid, and closing procedures; complete daily checklist and side work assignments.
• Facilitate receiving and maintenance of incoming deliveries.
• Conduct weekly inventory and keep all areas clean and organized by following cleaning checklists.
• Assist with setting up patio furniture and maintenance of outside fixtures and seating area, if applicable for the location.
• Handle any team member disputes or situations with genuine empathy and elevate to the Sr Kitchen Manager as necessary.

Skills

Food safety

Leadership

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Food Handler’s Certification

Tools

POS system

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 DescriptionResponsibilitiesOversee all culinary functions, including but not limited to food purchasing, receiving, preparation and maintenance of quality standards, safety, sanitation, and cleanlinessTrain hourly culinary team members on recipes, food safety, equipment, and all standard operating proceduresEnsure all menu items served meets or exceeds our standard of excellenceMaintain full knowledge of all recipes, including seasonal offeringsComplete all role responsibilities effectively with limited supervision while demonstrating strong leadership and motivating othersHandle any team member disputes or situations with genuine empathy and elevate to the Sr Kitchen Manager as necessaryComplete all opening, mid, and closing procedures; complete daily checklist and side work assignmentsFacilitate receiving and maintenance of incoming deliveriesConduct weekly inventoryKeep all areas of the kitchen and restaurant clean and organized by following cleaning checklistsAssist with setting up patio furniture and maintenance of outside fixtures and seating area, if applicable for the locationAny other task that you may be called upon to complete by your direct supervisorQualifications6 to 12 months of related restaurant experience or trainingFood Handler’s Certification or ability to acquireFlexibility in schedule is highly preferred but not requiredGeneral administrative and computer skills strongly preferredAbility to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work locationBenefitsEnrollment in Company-contributed health coverage planAccrued 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:$20.00 - $25.00Convive 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.