Hiring Cooks! Open House July 1 & July 2

Southampton, NY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.00 - $23.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Enrollment in company-contributed health coverage plan including dental and vision

accrued paid time off

401k with up to 4% match after ninety days of employment

Pre-tax commuter benefits in applicable states

Team member discounts at all our brands

Job Description

Le Pain Quotidien is a well-established restaurant brand with over 35 years of experience, known for its commitment to exceptional hospitality, quality ingredients, and creating a warm, welcoming environment. As part of Convive Brands, Le Pain Quotidien operates alongside other popular restaurant concepts like California Pizza Kitchen and Little Beet, providing ample opportunities for career growth within a diverse portfolio. The company prides itself on fostering a community-oriented culture that values teamwork, connection, and personal development. Employees at Le Pain Quotidien are considered the heart of the guest experience, contributing significantly to the warm and inviting atmosphere that the brand is famous for. This culture enables team members to develop new skills, feel valued, and take pride in their work every day. The current hiring opportunity is for multiple positions, including cooks, servers, and retailers at the LPQ Grand Central West location in New York City. Positions are available on both part-time and full-time bases, with hourly pay ranging from $17.00 to $23.00 plus tips when eligible.

This role offers a chance to be part of a supportive team where pride in hospitality and a passion for working in a communal environment are important. As a team member, you'll be responsible for preparing and executing menu items, maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant, assisting with inventory management, conducting quality control checks, and following strict food safety and operational standards. You will have the opportunity to grow professionally by being cross-trained in various kitchen functions, enhancing your culinary skills, and learning best practices in food preparation and hospitality. With a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, paid time off, 401k retirement savings with matching contributions, and employee discounts, Le Pain Quotidien provides a supportive workplace designed to help employees thrive both inside and outside of work.

Job Requirements

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

Job 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

Job Duties

Prep and execute all menu items including 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