Lead Kitchen Supervisor (Claremont)

Le Pain Quotidien means the daily bread. And to us, that means everything. It’s much more than mere sustenance; it’s a way of life. As our loaves emerge from the ovens, warm and fragrant, friends gather around our communal tables to share in the time-honored tradition of breaking bread. The hum of conversation fills the air, jam is passed around the table, and, ever so gracefully, time slows.

Convive Brands is a New York-based hospitality group that builds and operates high-quality restaurant brands. Convive operates 60 restaurants nationwide across three concepts: Le Pain Quotidien, Little Beet, and Little Beet Table. As a patient, long-term investor-operator, it aims to build significant enterprise value through both organic growth and acquisition.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary functions, including but not limited to food purchasing, receiving, preparation and maintenance of quality standards, safety, sanitation, and cleanliness
• Train hourly culinary team members on recipes, food safety, equipment, and all standard operating procedures
• Ensure all menu items served meets or exceeds our standard of excellence
• Maintain full knowledge of all recipes, including seasonal offerings
• Complete all role responsibilities effectively with limited supervision while demonstrating strong leadership and motivating others
• Handle any team member disputes or situations with genuine empathy and elevate to the Sr Kitchen Manager as necessary
• Complete all opening, mid, and closing procedures; complete daily checklist and side work assignments
• Facilitate receiving and maintenance of incoming deliveries
• Conduct weekly inventory
• Keep all areas of the kitchen and restaurant clean and organized by following cleaning checklists
• Assist with setting up patio furniture and maintenance of outside fixtures and seating area, if applicable for the location
• Any other task that you may be called upon to complete by your direct supervisor

Benefits

• Enrollment in Company-contributed health coverage plan
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• 401k with up to 4% match after ninety (90) days of employment
• Pre-tax commuter benefits (in applicable States)
• Team member discounts at all our brands

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of culinary experience in a full-service, upscale casual restaurant preferred
• A strong desire to grow and develop skills including but not limited to guest service, leadership, and financial reporting                                         
• Flexibility in schedule is highly preferred
• Ability to be cross‐trained in all areas of the dining room and retail space preferred
• Ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location
• Physical ability to stand for long periods; including walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching for items that are typically 50 pounds or less

Convive Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected class. Convive Brands celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Convive Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected class. Convive Brands celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.