Counter Team Members - Tatte Paramus

Tatte Bakery & Café; Maywood (NJ); On-site; USD 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip share

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Flexible schedules

Meal discount

Mental health support

EAP

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Café in New Jersey is hiring Front of House team members to deliver exceptional hospitality and guest experiences. You will welcome guests, explain the menu, take orders, and ensure accurate delivery of food and beverages in a fast-paced café environment.

The role emphasizes friendly communication, teamwork, and a passion for coffee, pastries, and community. Competitive pay, health benefits, and flexible schedules are offered, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Warm, engaging, and welcoming communication skills.
• Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Desire to help where needed and work as part of a team.
• Commitment to living Tatte's core values and delivering on our mission.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Previous customer service or café experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warm, genuine hospitality and provide exceptional customer service.
• Help guests navigate the menu by answering questions and making recommendations.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of Tatte's coffee, bakery, and savory offerings.
• Accurately take guest orders using the point-of-sale system.
• Follow all product preparation and packaging standards.
• Deliver food and beverages to guests.
• Support overall café cleanliness and visual brand standards.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

Teamwork

Flexible scheduling

Communication

Job description

Tatte began in 2007 with a passion for baking and a belief that well-crafted food brings people together. Today, we are a design-forward bakery and café known for handcrafted food, exceptional coffee, warm hospitality, and beautiful spaces that invite connection and everyday ritual.

At Tatte, we are a team of people from diverse backgrounds working together to inspire, care for, and nurture life every day. We welcome individuals who are passionate, ambitious, genuine, and love people, food, pastry, and coffee. If you are excited to be part of our journey, there are many ways to join our team and opportunities to grow for those who want to learn and build a career with us.

THE ROLE

Our Front of House team members create exceptional guest experiences through genuine hospitality. Counter Team Members welcome guests, share knowledge of our handcrafted food and beverages, operate the point-of-sale system, and help maintain a clean, organized, and inviting café.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Welcome guests with warm, genuine hospitality and provide exceptional customer service
• Help guests navigate the menu by answering questions and making recommendations
• Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of Tatte's coffee, bakery, and savory offerings
• Accurately take guest orders using the point-of-sale system
• Follow all product preparation and packaging standards
• Deliver food and beverages to guests
• Support overall café cleanliness and visual brand standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Warm, engaging, and welcoming communication skills
• Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences
• Desire to help where needed and work as part of a team
• Commitment to living Tatte's core values and delivering on our mission
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Previous customer service or café experience is preferred but not required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• Strong communication skills to warmly engage with guests and team members
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to grasp and reach overhead
• Ability to lift, move, and carry 50 pounds or more
• Ability to stand and work on your feet for 8 or more hours per shift

OUR BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive Pay: $11.50-$14.00/hour plus tip share (typically $18-$20+/hour total), depending on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation for full-time team members
• Flexible schedules with no late nights
• 50% meal discount and 2 free beverages per shift
• Free mental health support
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• An inclusive community that offers potential for growth

Learn more about us at tattebakery.com.

Join us on our journey to create something special!

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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