Cook - LPQ

Convive Brands • Westlake Village, CA

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About The Position

Le Pain Quotidien is seeking a Cook to prepare menu items for dine-in and to-go service while maintaining food quality, cleanliness, and food safety. The Cook works with the Kitchen Manager and follows LPQ ticket standards, prep sheets, checklists, and kitchen procedures. The role is part of a hospitality-focused restaurant team and may offer opportunities to develop skills and grow across Convive Brands’ restaurant concepts.

Requirements

• One or three months of related restaurant experience or training.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language or languages of the work location.

Nice To Haves

• Previous knife-handling experience.
• Flexibility in schedule is highly preferred but not required.
• Ability to be cross-trained in all areas of the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute all menu items, including seasonal and specials menu items, for dine-in and to-go orders according to LPQ ticket standards.
• Keep restaurant areas clean and organized by following cleaning checklists, assisting with dishwashing, cleaning kitchen equipment, and performing detail cleaning as needed.
• Assist the Kitchen Manager with maintaining proper food par levels and use prep sheets to prepare appropriate quantities.
• Conduct line checks for quality control.
• Use the proper tools, equipment, and ingredients for each menu item.
• Follow opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures as directed by checklists and the Kitchen Manager.
• Complete Le Pain Quotidien cleaning and food safety checklists to ensure proper food handling.

Benefits

• Company-contributed health coverage plan, including dental and vision.
• Accrued paid time off.
• 401(k) with up to 4% match after 90 days of employment.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits in applicable states.
• Team member discounts at all company brands.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed