Cook - LPQ

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:
$17.00 - $23.00
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.