Alaska Airlines Careers:Porter-1-Bridgeport,CT(Bridgeport,CT,USA)

Le Pain Quotidien, meaning 'the daily bread,' is more than just a bakery or restaurant; it is a beloved global brand that embraces the tradition and spirit of sharing food and community. Founded with a focus on artisanal bread and wholesome dining, Le Pain Quotidien has grown under the parent company Convive Brands, a New York-based hospitality group that manages over 50 restaurants nationwide across multiple concepts including Le Pain Quotidien and Little Beet. These restaurant brands showcase a commitment to quality, freshness, and a warm, inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy simple yet thoughtfully prepared meals around communal tables. Convive Brands, as an experienced and patient investor-operator in the restaurant industry, continually aims to expand its enterprise value through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. This approach ensures that its establishments maintain high standards of hospitality, product quality, and customer satisfaction, fostering loyal patrons who appreciate the communal dining experience. The role available is in the dishwashing and kitchen support sector at Le Pain Quotidien. This position is vital to maintaining the restaurant's operational flow, sanitation standards, and overall guest experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the dish machine safely, ensuring that all kitchenware and utensils are cleaned and stored properly, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of food storage areas like refrigerators and freezers. They will also be tasked with handling delivery items, assisting with basic food preparation, and completing various opening, mid, and closing duties according to established checklists and procedures. This role requires a candidate who can work efficiently and safely with kitchen equipment, maintain inventory levels of cleaning supplies and dish detergents, and adhere to safety standards when handling and labeling chemicals. Flexibility in the work schedule is highly preferred to accommodate operational needs, although not mandatory. The position is classified as hourly, with compensation ranging from $16.35 to $19.00 per hour, plus tips where eligible, reflecting its entry-level nature but the importance of the role within the restaurant's ecosystem. Due to the role’s nature in food service sanitation and preparation, candidates should be able to communicate effectively in the primary language(s) of their work location, supporting smooth team coordination and guest interaction when necessary. Experience in a restaurant environment, even for as little as three to six months, or related training, will be preferred to ensure understanding of the fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. Le Pain Quotidien and Convive Brands foster an inclusive and diverse workforce, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and offering equal opportunity employment free from discrimination on any protected basis. This ensures the workplace remains a supportive, respectful environment where team members can thrive. Working in such a company offers a chance to develop valuable skills in hospitality and food service, while being part of a global brand dedicated to meaningful dining experiences and quality standards. Overall, this dishwashing and kitchen support role is essential to upholding the high standards that Le Pain Quotidien and Convive Brands are known for. It offers an opportunity for those interested in launching or continuing a career in hospitality to join a respected company with a strong culture, competitive pay, and tangible benefits that support employee wellbeing and growth.

• 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