District Manager OpportunityAt Le Pain Quotidien, we believe exceptional hospitality starts with purpose, in our ingredients, our standards, and how we care for people. When you join LPQ, you become part of a 35-year-old beloved brand built on warmth, community, and connection.From the bread we bake to the experiences we create, we take pride in doing things the right way, every day. Regular guests become familiar faces, teammates support one another, and every shift feels purposeful.We also offer something different from many restaurant environments: a more predictable schedule, a sustainable pace, and the ability to build a career without sacrificing your life outside of work.As part of Convive Brands, you'll have opportunities to grow your career across a portfolio of restaurant concepts, including California Pizza Kitchen and Little Beet.At LPQ, you're not just joining a restaurant, you're joining a place where you can develop your skills and career, take pride in your work, and be part of building a strong community.As a District Manager, you will help lead the team that defines what great looks like at LPQ.
You will develop strong restaurant leaders, set the bar for hospitality and execution, and drive results across people, performance, and profitability, ensuring every restaurant in your district delivers an experience that clearly differentiates LPQ from the competition.Our District Managers spend their time in restaurants, building leadership capabilities and working side by side with the teams.Each District Manager Knows the Way, Goes the Way and Shows the Way!Does this sound like you?Key ResponsibilitiesLead a district of LPQ restaurants with a focus on consistent execution, exceptional hospitality, and pride in the guest experienceCoach restaurant leaders to deliver warm, consistent service and to use guest feedback to continually elevate the experienceDevelop and support General Managers and Assistant General Managers through clear expectations, ongoing coaching, and accountabilityBuild strong bench strength by identifying talent early, creating development plans, and preparing leaders for growthPartner with restaurant leaders to understand and manage their business, including labor, food costs, inventory, and forecasting.Ensure food safety and quality standards are upheld daily through visible leadership, training, and follow-throughUse data and insights to spot trends, solve problems at the root, and drive meaningful improvements across the restaurantsCreate and execute district level sales and traffic driving strategies, scaling what works across all locationsLead engaging district meetings that reinforce standards, share best practices, and drive consistent follow throughWhat You Bring:Proven experience leading a minimum of 8-12 restaurants in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentA passion for hospitality and a track record of building consistent, guest-focused experiencesExperience building internal talent pipelines and developing GMs and AGMs for long-term successStrong people leadership skills, including coaching, development, and holding leaders accountable with care and clarityStrong business and financial acumen, with the ability to translate numbers into action at the restaurant levelStrong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize, delegate, and lead through othersUnwavering commitment to using data to inform decision-making day to day, hour to hourClear and confident communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levelsOur Perks and Benefits:Real work-life balance - daytime hoursMedical, dental and vision benefits401k with company matchQuarterly BonusesQuarterly gift card and discounts to be used at any of our brandsMonthly cell phone reimbursement of $35A robust and "unlimited" employee referral programLife insurance, Commuter Benefits and Pet InsuranceGenuine opportunities for growth across a family of brandsA collaborative culture where your impact is seen, valued, and celebratedThe annualized range for this position (plus a bonus) is: $100,000-$120,000Convive 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.