Prep Cooks, Line Cooks, Dishwashers - Tatte Hingham

Tatte Bakery & Cafe; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 24,108 - 26,518; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with a vesting match

Flexible schedule

Free drinks and discounted meals

Job summary

A prominent bakery and cafe in Hingham is seeking passionate culinary team members. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining cleanliness, and following recipes. Ideal candidates should thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong communication skills, and have a passion for cooking. The position includes competitive pay, flexible schedules, and benefits like health insurance and vacation time.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience successfully working in a fast-paced kitchen is ideal.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry 50+ lbs.
• Ability to work 8+ hours a day on your feet.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare dishes from scratch with high quality standards.
• Follow instructions from chefs for food preparation and safety.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized kitchen according to standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Passion for cooking

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills

Attention to cleanliness

Job description

About

Savory team members make all our dishes from scratch, with a deep commitment to uncompromising quality and craftsmanship. They are passionate about food and genuine hospitality, and work together as a team to prepare dishes in accordance with Tatte guidelines to ensure the highest quality while adhering to specific recipe and sanitation standards.

We expect our savory team members to:

• 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 from Tatte’s core values and help Tatte deliver on its mission
• Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, & afternoons/evenings
• (Ideally, team members also have at least 1 year of experience successfully working in a fast‑paced kitchen)

Competitive pay (dishwashers start at $17.50/hour, prep cooks start at $18.50/hour, & line cooks start at $19.25, depending on experience)

Health, dental and vision insurance for full‑time team members

401(k) (with a vesting match)

Free employee assistance program services

Vacation Time (after 1 year of full‑time service)

Flexible schedule with no late nights

Free drinks and generously discounted meals

Exciting potential for growth

Summary Of Prep Cooks’ Primary Responsibilities

• Follow prep lists created by chefs.
• Label and stock all cooking ingredients
• Complete all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef or other kitchen manager
• Washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables, and meats
• Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients
• Adhere to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards
• Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to order resupply
• Learn about the cooking methods and techniques employed in the kitchen
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise
• Other duties as assigned

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
• Actively set up and break down workstation and prepare for an upcoming shift
• Wash and disinfect kitchen, tables, tools, knives, and equipment
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise
• Other duties as assigned

Summary Of Dishwashers’ Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for proper care and maintenance of the dish machine
• Must keep a clean supply of dishware, glassware, silverware and adequate supply of utensils and cookware throughout the shift
• Must thrive in a fast‑paced work environment while adhering to cleanliness and sanitation standards for the entire kitchen and dish area
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Functions/Working Conditions For All Savory Team Positions

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Able to grasp and reach overhead
• Must be able to lift, move, and carry 50+lbs
• Must be able to work 8+ hours a day on feet

Join us on our journey to create something special!

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.