Porter - LPQ

Bridgeport, CT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $16.94 - $19.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

accrued paid time off

401k

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Team member discounts

Job Description

Le Pain Quotidien, French for "the daily bread," embodies much more than just food; it represents a way of life centered around the tradition of sharing wholesome, freshly baked bread with friends and family. Each loaf emerges from the ovens warm and fragrant, serving as a centerpiece for communal tables where conversation flows and time slows down. This atmosphere of comfort and connection is at the heart of Le Pain Quotidien's mission to create meaningful dining experiences that nourish both body and soul. The brand is operated by Convive Brands, a New York-based hospitality group renowned for building and operating high-quality restaurant concepts nationwide. Convive Brands currently runs over 50 locations across two acclaimed concepts: Le Pain Quotidien and Little Beet. With a patient and long-term approach to investment and operations, Convive Brands focuses on sustainable growth, acquiring new locations, and continuously enhancing the value of its enterprise through excellent customer experiences and operational excellence.

This particular role focuses on the critical position of Dishwasher within the Le Pain Quotidien team. The Dishwasher plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the restaurant’s kitchen and dining areas, ensuring all dishware, utensils, and kitchen equipment are hygienic and ready for daily use. This entry-level role requires individuals who can work efficiently and safely to operate the dish machine, unload and organize kitchenware, and adhere to strict cleaning and safety protocols. Beyond washing dishes, this role also involves assisting with basic food preparation tasks, organizing inventory, and supporting overall kitchen and bakery cleanliness. Candidates joining this team will be part of a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth. Employees are compensated with an hourly wage range from $16.94 to $19.00 per hour, plus tips when eligible, underscoring the company’s commitment to offering a fair and competitive pay structure.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
physical ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items
willingness to follow health and safety regulations
strong attention to detail
teamwork and communication skills
flexibility to work various shifts

Job Qualifications

3 to 6 months of related restaurant experience or training preferred
flexibility in schedule is highly preferred but not required
ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location

Job Duties

Load, operate, and unload dish machine safely and efficiently
keep the dish machine and sinks clean and report any functional or mechanical problems
wash and store all kitchenware, baskets and crates
maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies
properly label, replenish and store chemicals
put away delivery or orders as assigned
ensure refrigerators and freezers are clean, organized and well-maintained
maintain adequate levels of clean small wares, equipment and tools in the bakery and kitchen
assist with basic food preparation according to the checklist and prep sheets
complete all opening, mid, and closing procedures
complete daily checklist and side work assignments
keep all areas of the restaurant clean and organized by following cleaning checklist