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Job Description We are looking for a Sous Chef to help us open our Garden City cafe! As a Sous Chef at Tatte, you will assist overseeing all kitchen operations at your café and are responsible for the success and growth of your kitchen team. Sous Chef may be responsible for the supervision of up to 25 employees including Zone Leaders, Cooks, Prep Cooks and Dishwashers. The individual must possess the ability to engage, inspire, and lead a strong team. A passion for amazing food made from scratch and genuine hospitality are an absolute must at Tatte. A Sous Chef is responsible for the overall kitchen execution in a fast paced, high volume environment in the absence of head chef. Scope of Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): • Oversees production and service according to established guidelines, • Adheres to recipe, portioning, and presentation standards, • Complete all daily management tasks in a timely manner, • Establish a strong understanding of our menu through daily tasting, • Coach kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards, • Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas, • Maintains inventory to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed, • Ability and desire to work a flexible schedule based on sales trends and business needs which will include days, nights, weekends and holidays, • Ability to work ten hour-plus shifts, plus ability to stand, squat or walk for extended periods of time, • Minimum of three years of culinary/kitchen management experience in a high-volume foodservice operation, • Comprehensive knowledge of food and proven passion for culinary excellence, • Understand the importance of quality product, visual presentation, efficient production, safety & sanitation, and food cost controls, • Knowledge and proficiency of Tatte’s systems, methods and processes that contribute to great execution, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively, • Highly organized with strong attention to detail, • Hospitality Education - A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate and required experience, • Proficiency working with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and Outlook, • Previous experience working with UltiPro Onboarding & Recruiting, Toast - POS System, CrunchTime and Teamworx (highly preferred), • Competitive pay (typically Sous Chef pay ranges from $25/hour to $30/hour , depending on experience), • Quarterly bonus program, • Paid vacation time Immigration Reimbursement Program (after one year of full-time service) • 401(k) (with a vesting match), • Free EAP employee assistance programs, • Flexible schedule with no late nights, • Health, dental and visual insurance, • Free meals and drinks #chef #souschef #executivechef #chefdecuisine #finedining #kitchenmanager #foodie #scratchcooking #servsafe #headchef #hospitality #leadership #chefjobs #backofhouse #nowhiring #restaurantjobs

Job Description We are seeking a Pastry Chef. Experienced with French Pastries & Mousse Cakes. Key Responsibilities * Recipe Development: Testing and refining existing recipes and creating new, innovative dessert dishes to enhance menus. * Decoration & Presentation: Using advanced techniques to decorate and present desserts in a visually appealing and professional manner. * Ingredient Management: Sourcing, selecting, and monitoring top-quality ingredients and supplies to ensure flavor, texture, and overall product quality. * Kitchen Operations: Overseeing the pastry section, managing preparation timing, ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene standards, and maintaining cleanliness. * Collaboration: Working with the head chef and kitchen staff to ensure desserts complement the restaurant's overall concept and culinary vision. * Dessert Creation: Designing and preparing a wide range of desserts, including cakes, pastries, chocolates, and confections. Essential Skills • Culinary Expertise: Strong knowledge of baking processes, flavor profiles, and various pastry techniques., • Creativity & Artistic Flair: Ability to design aesthetically pleasing and delicious desserts., • Precision & Accuracy: Meticulous attention to detail in measurements and recipe execution., • Time Management: Efficiently managing tasks and meeting strict deadlines under pressure., • Organizational Skills: Effectively managing ingredients, equipment, and the pastry section., • Physical Stamina: The ability to work long hours on their feet in a kitchen environment.

Job Description We are seeking a Head Chef to join our team! You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and dedicate time to expanding our clientele base to establish the restaurant's brand and reputation. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day culinary operations, • Coordinatefood and kitchenware orders, • Check freshness and quality of ingredients, • Assist in the developmentof menu items, • Standardize recipes and plate presentations, • Previous experience in culinary arts, cooking, or other related fields, • Knowledgeof cost and labor systems, • Passion for food and cooking techniques, • Strong leadership qualities, • Ability to thrive in a fast-pacedenvironment

Job Description As a Chef at Tatte, you will oversee all kitchen operations at your café and are ultimately responsible for the success and growth of your kitchen team. Our Chefs may be responsible for the supervision of up to 25 employees including cooks, prep cooks and dishwashers. The ability to engage, inspire and lead a strong team is a must. A passion for amazing food made from scratch and genuine hospitality are an absolute must at Tatte. The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall kitchen execution in a fast paced, high volume environment. Scope of Responsibilities (included but not limited to): • Runs production and service according to established guidelines, • Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality, • Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards, • Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned, • Maintains inventory to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed, • Follows company safety and sanitation policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting, • Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate, • Ability and desire to work a flexible schedule based on sales trends and business needs which will include days, nights, weekends and holidays., • Able to work ten hour-plus shifts, plus ability to stand, sit, squat or walk for extended periods of time., • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training, • Proven passion for culinary excellence and exceeding guest expectations., • Knowledge and proficiency of systems, methods and processes that contribute to great execution., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively., • Highly organized with strong attention to detail., • Hospitality Education – BS/AS Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Services Technology/Management or related field or, • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, • Previous experience working with UltiPro Onboarding & Recruiting, Toast - POS System, CrunchTime and Teamworks (highly preferred), • Competitive pay (typically $72k-$84k, depending on experience), • 401(k) (with a vesting match), • Parking benefit when in position, • Free EAP employee assistance programs, • Flexible schedule with no late nights, • Health, dental and vision insurance, • Internal English and Spanish classes, • hands on training and classroom training, • Free meals and drinks #chef #souschef #executivechef #chefdecuisine #kitchenmanager #leadlinecook #foodie #scratchkitchen #cheflife #kitchengoals #leadership #hospitality #hospitalityindustry #guestexperience #backofhouse

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation Duties and Responsibilities: • Create menus according to season and customer research, • Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment, • Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner, • Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members, • Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary, • Follow all food safety regulations, • Participate in daily kitchen opening and closing procedures, • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, • ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification, • Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes, • Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure, • Excellent time management skills, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation Duties and Responsibilities: • Create menus according to season and customer research, • Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment, • Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner, • Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members, • Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary, • Follow all food safety regulations, • Participate in daily kitchen opening and closing procedures, • Performs other duties as assigned by the head chef or management Qualifications:, • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, • ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification, • Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes, • Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure, • Excellent time management skills, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation Duties and Responsibilities: • Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment, • Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner, • Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members, • Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary, • Follow all food safety regulations, • Participate in daily kitchen opening and closing procedures, • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, • Knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes, • Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure, • Excellent time management skills, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Competitive salary, • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation Duties and Responsibilities: • Create menus according to season and customer research, • Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment, • Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner, • Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members, • Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary, • Follow all food safety regulations, • Participate in daily kitchen opening and closing procedures, • Performs other duties as assigned by the head chef or management Qualifications:, • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, • ServeSafe or Food Handlers Certification, • Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes, • Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure, • Excellent time management skills, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds

Job Description Savory team members make all our dishes from scratch, with a deep commitment to uncompromising quality and craftsmanship. They are passionate about food and genuine hospitality, and work together as a team to prepare dishes in accordance with Tatte guidelines to ensure the highest quality while adhering to specific recipe and sanitation standards. We expect our savory team members to: • Have a desire to help where needed and work as part of a team, • Possess a passion for cooking with a keen eye for freshness, quality and cleanliness, • Live from Tatte’s core values and help Tatte deliver on its mission, • Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, & afternoons/evenings, • Competitive Pay (dishwasher pay ranges from $16.00-$18.25/hour, prep cook pay ranges from $17.75-$20.50/hour, and line cook pay ranges from $18.25-$21.00/hour), • Health, dental and vision insurance for full time team members, • 401(k) (with a vesting match), • Free employee assistance program services, • Vacation Time (after 1 year of full-time service), • Flexible schedule with no late nights, • Internal English and Spanish classes, • Free drinks and generously discounted meals, • Execute techniques under the direction of the Sous Chef and Executive Chef, • Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards, • Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients, • Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment, • Ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food, • Actively set up and break down workstation and prepare for an upcoming shift, • Wash and disinfect kitchen, tables, tools, knives, and equipment, • Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures, • Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards, • Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise, • Follow prep lists created by chefs., • Label and stock all cooking ingredients, • Complete all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef or other kitchen manager, • Washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables, and meats, • Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients, • Adhere to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards, • Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to order resupply, • Learn about the cooking methods and techniques employed in the kitchen, • Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible, • Supervising food and cooling room temperatures, • Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen, • Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise, • Responsible for proper care and maintenance of the dish machine, • Must keep a clean supply of dishware, glassware, silverware and adequate supply of utensils and cookware throughout the shift, • Must thrive in a fast-paced work environment while adhering to cleanliness and sanitation standards for the entire kitchen and dish area, • Strong communication skills, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Able to grasp and reach overhead, • Must be able to lift, move, and carry 50+lbs Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.