Opening Sous Chef - High-Volume Kitchen & Growth

Tartine Bakery; Mill Valley (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (100% paid)

Life insurance

401(k) matching 3%

Paid time off

Dining discounts

Career development

Job summary

Tartine Bakery in Mill Valley is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the opening culinary team. The role reports to kitchen leadership and focuses on upholding Tartine's quality standards while delivering exceptional hospitality from day one.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of professional kitchen experience, strong cooking fundamentals, and the ability to coach and develop a diverse team. Full-time, on-site role with weekends required and a pathway for growth within a growing brand.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional kitchen experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong cooking fundamentals and kitchen operations knowledge.
• Confident communicator who can motivate and develop a team.
• Ability to stay organized, calm, and solution-oriented during busy services.
• Experience with new restaurant openings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items with consistent quality and presentation.
• Lead by example on the line, coaching and training kitchen team members.
• Maintain a clean, safe, efficient kitchen and uphold standards.
• Collaborate with leadership on menu execution and workflow improvements.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation in line with health regulations.
• Foster a positive, collaborative workplace that values culinary craftsmanship.

Skills

Leadership experience

Cooking fundamentals

Team coaching

Time management

Bilingual Spanish helpful

Job description

Tartine Bakery in Mill Valley is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the opening culinary team. The role reports to kitchen leadership and focuses on upholding Tartine's quality standards while delivering exceptional hospitality from day one.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of professional kitchen experience, strong cooking fundamentals, and the ability to coach and develop a diverse team. Full-time, on-site role with weekends required and a pathway for growth within a growing brand.