Line Cooks - Tatte Old Town

Tatte Bakery & Café; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation after 1 year of service

Flexible schedules

Meal discount

Free beverages per shift

Mental health support

EAP

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Café is seeking Line Cooks to join our team in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll prepare dishes according to our recipes and standards, working under the guidance of the Sous and Executive Chefs to ensure quality and consistency across shifts.

Enjoy benefits like competitive pay, health coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and flexible schedules. This role emphasizes teamwork, pride in each dish, and adherence to safety and cleanliness standards while supporting our mission to create

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs
• Able to stand for 8+ hours per day

Responsibilities

• 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
• Set up and break down workstations and prepare for upcoming shifts
• Wash and disinfect kitchen surfaces, tables, tools, knives, and equipment
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Assist chefs in preparing food and supporting additional culinary tasks as needed
• Other related assignments as necessary

Job description

Tatte began with a simple belief: great food has the power to bring people together.

What started in a home kitchen has grown into a collection of bakeries and cafés inspired by Eastern Mediterranean and Levant traditions, where handcrafted food, exceptional coffee, warm hospitality, and beautiful spaces create moments of connection every day.

Our mission is simple: To Inspire, Care For, and Nurture Life. Every Day.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Our Line Cooks prepare dishes according to Tatte recipes and standards while maintaining consistency, cleanliness, and food safety across every shift. We expect our savory team members to:

• Work collaboratively and support the team wherever needed
• Bring passion, attention to detail, and pride to every dish prepared
• Maintain high standards for quality, cleanliness, and organization
• Live Tatte's core values and support our mission
• Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, afternoons, and evenings
• Ideally, have prior experience working in a fast paced kitchen environment

Summary of Line Cooks' Primary Responsibilities

• 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
• Set up and break down workstations and prepare for upcoming shifts
• Wash and disinfect kitchen surfaces, tables, tools, knives, and equipment
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Assist chefs in preparing food and supporting additional culinary tasks as needed
• Other related assignments as necessary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to grasp and reach overhead
• Must be able to lift, move, and carry 50+ lbs
• Must be able to stand and work on feet for 8+ hours per day

OUR BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive Pay: $19.00-$22.70/hour
• 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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