Warm Hospitality Retail Associate (Part-Time)

Le Pain Quotidien; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part 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 in Los Angeles (Americana) is hiring for a part-time team member. The role focuses on guest service, beverage preparation, and retail/dine-in support within a warm, community-focused environment.

Join a 35-year-old brand known for hospitality, teamwork, and growth opportunities across Convive Brands. Compensation ranges from $17.87 to $20.40 per hour plus tips, with benefits and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 months of related restaurant experience or training.
• Experience with POS systems, especially Toast, a plus.
• Flexibility in schedule is preferred.
• Ability to be cross-trained in dining room and retail space.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly and attentive service to guests throughout the visit.
• Anticipate guest needs and note preferences.
• Prepare drinks for retail and dining room, including batches for the retail counter.
• Properly bag, box, and arrange to-go food and pastry.
• Perform sales transactions in accordance with cash handling policy.
• Maintain pastry display throughout the day.
• Maintain full knowledge of pastry, bread, kitchen, beverage, and retail items.
• Handle guest situations with empathy and escalate to a manager as necessary.
• Complete opening, mid, and closing procedures; daily checklist and side work.
• Keep all areas clean and organized by following cleaning checklists.
• Answer phone with proper etiquette; take orders over the phone.

Skills

Guest service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Le Pain Quotidien in Los Angeles (Americana) is hiring for a part-time team member. The role focuses on guest service, beverage preparation, and retail/dine-in support within a warm, community-focused environment.

Join a 35-year-old brand known for hospitality, teamwork, and growth opportunities across Convive Brands. Compensation ranges from $17.87 to $20.40 per hour plus tips, with benefits and a supportive culture.