Kitchen Manager - Quick Hire!

Le Pain Quotidien, meaning 'the daily bread,' is a cherished concept that embodies more than just food—it represents a way of life centered on community and tradition. This globally recognized bakery and restaurant brand invites guests to experience the timeless practice of breaking bread together at communal tables, where conversations flow and moments are savored. Le Pain Quotidien is part of Convive Brands, a New York-based hospitality group renowned for building and operating high-quality restaurant concepts nationwide. Convive Brands manages over 50 restaurants across two major brands: Le Pain Quotidien and Little Beet. As a patient, long-term investor-operator, Convive Brands is dedicated to growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, continually enhancing its reputation for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Joining Le Pain Quotidien as a kitchen team leader is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in a thriving hospitality company that values quality, authenticity, and collaboration. This position involves leading and inspiring the kitchen team to prepare and execute menu items with precision, maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. Kitchen team leaders at Le Pain Quotidien are responsible for managing labor and food costs effectively, ensuring that the kitchen operates smoothly within budgetary guidelines. They oversee inventory processes and maintain proper food par levels while also fostering a positive work environment by addressing team member concerns with empathy and professionalism. The role includes thorough oversight of opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures, with a focus on cleanliness, organization, and equipment maintenance. The kitchen leader works closely with the General Manager on recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining talented team members, contributing to the overall success and growth of the restaurant. This hands-on leadership position offers a competitive hourly wage range of $17.00 to $20.00 plus tips (when eligible) and includes access to valuable benefits like health coverage plans, paid time off, 401k matching, commuter benefits, and employee discounts. This position is ideal for passionate individuals with at least 6 to 12 months of restaurant experience or training who are motivated to take on leadership responsibilities in a dynamic kitchen environment. Flexibility in scheduling is highly preferred to meet the operational demands of the restaurant, and candidates should have general computer skills along with the ability to communicate effectively in the primary language of the location. Food Handler's Certification or the ability to obtain one is required to uphold food safety and sanitation standards. Le Pain Quotidien and Convive Brands pride themselves on cultivating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, and other protected categories. By joining this team, candidates become part of a supportive culture dedicated to professional growth and community connection in the hospitality industry.

• 6 to 12 months of related restaurant experience or training
• food handler's certification or ability to acquire
• flexibility in schedule is highly preferred
• general administrative and computer skills strongly preferred
• ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language of the work location