Lead Sous Chef: Scratch Kitchen & Team Growth

Tatte Bakery & Cafe; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Transportation benefits

Flexible schedules with no late nights

Free meals and drinks

Free mental health support

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Café in Reston, VA is hiring a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and support the growth of the kitchen team. You will supervise production, ensure quality and presentation, and mentor line cooks and prep staff.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in a high-volume kitchen, passion for scratch cooking, and strong leadership. The role emphasizes hospitality, efficiency, and consistent menu execution in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in culinary/kitchen management in a high-volume setting.
• Passion for scratch cooking and hospitality.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen production and service per standards.
• Coach and develop kitchen team members.
• Ensure recipes, portions, and presentation meet quality standards.
• Manage inventory and food costs.
• Support seasonal menu changes and assist the Chef.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Food cost controls

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree/certificate

Tools

Toast POS

CrunchTime

Teamworx

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Tatte Bakery & Café in Reston, VA is hiring a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and support the growth of the kitchen team. You will supervise production, ensure quality and presentation, and mentor line cooks and prep staff.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in a high-volume kitchen, passion for scratch cooking, and strong leadership. The role emphasizes hospitality, efficiency, and consistent menu execution in a fast-paced environment.