Head Chef, Café Kitchen Leader — Growth & Perks

Tatte Bakery & Café; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Meal discount and beverages per shift

Flexible schedules with no late nights

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Hands-on training

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Café in Rockville, MD is seeking a Chef to oversee all kitchen operations and grow the kitchen team. You will manage production and service, train staff, and drive quality in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. A passion for from-scratch cooking and hospitality is essential.

The role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to lead a diverse culinary team. Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating seasonal menu changes

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience.
• Passion for culinary excellence and exceeding guest expectations.
• Knowledge of systems, methods, and processes that contribute to operational excellence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Run production and service according to established guidelines.
• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards.
• Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.
• Train kitchen team members in food preparation, equipment operation, food safety, sanitation, and company standards.
• Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas.
• Lead the implementation of seasonal menu changes.
• Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing kitchen team.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Culinary excellence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tatte Bakery & Café in Rockville, MD is seeking a Chef to oversee all kitchen operations and grow the kitchen team. You will manage production and service, train staff, and drive quality in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. A passion for from-scratch cooking and hospitality is essential.

The role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to lead a diverse culinary team. Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating seasonal menu changes