Line Cooks - Tatte Cambridge Crossing

Tatte Bakery & Café; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation after 1 year

Flexible schedules

Meal discount

Free beverages per shift

Mental health support

EAP

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Café in Cambridge, MA is seeking Line Cooks to join our Back of House team. You will prepare dishes from scratch, follow standardized recipes, and uphold high standards of cleanliness and food safety while delivering genuine hospitality.

We value teamwork, flexibility for weekends/holidays, and 1 year of fast-paced kitchen experience. Competitive pay and full benefits are offered for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Passion for cooking, food quality, and hospitality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Commitment to quality, cleanliness, and organization.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced kitchen is preferred.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Execute techniques under the direction of the Sous Chef and Café Head Chef.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards.
• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Ensure food and equipment are maintained at proper temperatures.
• Set up and break down workstations and prepare for upcoming shifts.
• Wash and sanitize kitchen tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Assist chefs with food preparation and other culinary tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking passion

Food quality

Hospitality

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Flexibility

Job description

Line Cooks at Tatte are passionate about food and genuine hospitality. Our Back of House team prepares all dishes from scratch with an uncompromising commitment to quality and craftsmanship while following standardized recipes and food safety standards.

We are looking for team members who:

• 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 Tatte’s core values and help Tatte deliver on its mission
• Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, afternoons, and evenings
• Ideally have at least 1 year of experience successfully working in a fast-paced kitchen

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute techniques under the direction of the Sous Chef and Café Head Chef
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards
• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment
• Ensure food and equipment are maintained at proper temperatures
• Set up and break down workstations and prepare for upcoming shifts
• Wash and sanitize kitchen tables, tools, knives, and equipment
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Assist chefs with food preparation and other culinary tasks as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Passion for cooking, food quality, and hospitality
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Commitment to quality, cleanliness, and organization
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced kitchen is preferred
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to grasp and reach overhead
• Ability to lift, move, and carry 50+ pounds
• Ability to stand and work on your feet for 8+ hours per shift

OUR BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive Pay: $18.50–$22.50/hour, depending on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation time after 1 year of full-time service
• Flexible schedules with no late nights
• 50% meal discount and 2 complimentary 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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