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Job Description We are an intimate, high-end omakase restaurant dedicated to craftsmanship, seasonality, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. Our menu changes daily based on the finest ingredients available, and we are looking for a passionate and experienced Omakase Sushi Chef to lead our team and continue our tradition of excellence. Benefits and Compensation: • Opportunity to lead and innovate in a respected omakase program, • A supportive and professional team environment, • Access to premium ingredients and seasonal products, • Minimum 10 years of experience as a sushi chef, with at least 5 years in a dedicated omakase setting, • Deep knowledge of Japanese ingredients, knife skills, rice preparation, and traditional techniques, • Calm, focused presence in high-pressure service environments, • Excellent communication and hospitality skills, with a guest-first mentality, • Curate and execute a multi-course omakase experience with precision, creativity, and respect for tradition, • Source, prepare, and handle fish and ingredients at the highest level of quality and freshness, • Interact with guests directly at the sushi counter, delivering an engaging and educational dining experience, • Manage kitchen operations during service, including mise en place, knife work, and plating, • Train and mentor junior staff to maintain consistency and uphold culinary standards, • Collaborate on seasonal menu planning, inventory control, and vendor relationships

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: • Competitive salary, • Employee discounts, • 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, Line cook pay ranges from $18.25-$21.00/hour, depending on experience), • 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, • Free drinks and generously discounted meals, • 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, • 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, • 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.

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 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 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 DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • 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 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 $64-77k+, 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 Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer. #chef #souschef #executivechef #chefdecuisine #finedining #kitchenmanager #foodie #scratchcooking #servsafe #headchef #hospitality #leadership #chefjobs #backofhouse #nowhiring #restaurantjobs

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, • Coordinate food and kitchenware orders, • Check freshness and quality of ingredients, • Assist in the development of menu items, • Standardize recipes and plate presentations, • Previous experience in culinary arts, cooking, or other related fields, • Knowledge of cost and labor systems, • Passion for food and cooking techniques, • Strong leadership qualities, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment