Porter - LPQ

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401k with match

Commuter benefits

Team member discounts

Job summary

Le Pain Quotidien in New Canaan, CT is seeking a dishwasher to support our kitchen team and ensure a smooth, hospitality-driven guest experience. Responsibilities include operating the dish machine, maintaining clean stations, and assisting with basic prep and daily opening/closing tasks.

We offer an hourly wage of $16.94–$19.00 plus tips, with growth opportunities within Convive Brands. Flexibility in schedule is preferred; previous restaurant experience is a plus, and a clean, organized

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 months of related restaurant experience or training preferred.
• Flexibility in schedule is highly preferred but not required.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location.

Responsibilities

• Load, operate, and unload dish machine safely and efficiently.
• Keep the dish machine & sinks clean and report any functional or mechanical problems.
• Wash and store all kitchenware, baskets and crates.
• Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies.
• Properly label, replenish and store chemicals.
• Put away delivery or orders as assigned.
• Ensure refrigerators and freezers are clean, organized and well-maintained.
• Maintain adequate levels of clean small wares, equipment and tools in the bakery and kitchen.
• Assist with basic food preparation according to the checklist and prep sheets.
• Complete all opening, mid, and closing procedures; complete daily checklist and side work assignments.
• Keep all areas of the restaurant clean and organized by following cleaning checklist.

Skills

Dishwashing

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

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

• Load, operate, and unload dish machine safely and efficiently
• Keep the dish machine & sinks clean and report any functional or mechanical problems
• Wash and store all kitchenware, baskets and crates
• Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies
• Properly label, replenish and store chemicals
• Put away delivery or orders as assigned
• Ensure refrigerators and freezers are clean, organized and well-maintained
• Maintain adequate levels of clean small wares, equipment and tools in the bakery and kitchen
• Assist with basic food preparation according to the checklist and prep sheets
• Complete all opening, mid, and closing procedures; complete daily checklist and side work assignments
• Keep all areas of the restaurant clean and organized by following cleaning checklist

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 months of related restaurant experience or training preferred
• Flexibility in schedule is highly preferred but not required
• Ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location

Benefits

• Enrollment in Company-contributed health coverage plan
• 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.

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.