Porter - LPQ

Le Pain Quotidien, which translates to "the daily bread," stands as more than just a bakery or restaurant; it represents a meaningful way of life dedicated to the tradition and joy of sharing food and community. Founded on the philosophy that bread is a symbol of connection, warmth, and nourishment, each loaf emerging from Le Pain Quotidien’s ovens is crafted to bring people together. This ethos is embodied in the inviting communal tables where friends, families, and guests gather to share meals, conversations, and moments that slow down the pace of everyday life. The restaurant prides itself on creating an experience that celebrates simple and authentic ingredients, fostering a sense of belonging and well-being for its patrons.

Le Pain Quotidien is part of Convive Brands, a New York-based hospitality group that specializes in building and operating high-quality restaurant brands. Convive Brands manages over 50 restaurants nationwide across concepts including Le Pain Quotidien and Little Beet. With a vision rooted in patient and long-term investment, Convive aims to cultivate significant enterprise growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Convive Brands values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, striving to build welcoming environments for both employees and customers alike.

The role being offered is an essential position within the Le Pain Quotidien team, focusing on maintaining cleanliness, operational efficiency, and support for kitchen and dishwashing duties. This job is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy the rhythm of teamwork behind the scenes that ensures seamless service delivery. Responsibilities include safely loading, operating, and unloading the dishwashing machine; maintaining the cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas including sinks, refrigerators, and freezers; replenishing cleaning supplies and chemicals accurately; and assisting with basic food preparation tasks according to provided guidelines. Attention to detail and a commitment to health and safety standards are critical in this role, as well as the ability to complete opening, mid, and closing shift procedures and checklists consistently.

The position is hourly and offers a competitive pay range from $17.87 to $23.00, plus tips when eligible. Employees enjoy numerous benefits such as company health coverage contributions, paid time off, 401k matching after 90 days, pre-tax commuter benefits for applicable states, and discounts at all Convive Brands locations. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking steady employment in the hospitality industry with a reputable, growing company that values its team members and their contributions.