Cook - LPQ

Convive Brands • Westport, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Le Pain Quotidien means the daily bread, representing a way of life where friends gather around communal tables. Convive Brands is a New York-based hospitality group that builds and operates high-quality restaurant brands, including Le Pain Quotidien and Little Beet. With over 60 restaurants across 3 concepts, operating in 8 states and Washington D.C., Convive Brands is a patient, long-term investor-operator focused on building significant enterprise value through organic growth and acquisition.

Requirements

• 1 or 3 months of related restaurant experience or training
• Ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees