Sous Chef - Annapolis, Maryland

Tatte Bakery & Cafe; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Cafe is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include leading a team, ensuring food quality, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate will have culinary management experience and a passion for creating amazing food.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus program

Paid vacation time

401(k) with a vesting match

Free meals and drinks

Health, dental and visual insurance

Flexible schedule with no late nights

Exciting potential for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of culinary/kitchen management experience required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and passion for culinary excellence essential.
• ServSafe, Allergen and Chokesaver certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees production and service according to established guidelines.
• Coaches kitchen staff in food preparation and safety standards.
• Maintains inventory and establishes cleaning schedules.

Skills

Culinary Excellence

Communication

Organization

Team Leadership

Education

High School education or equivalent

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Toast - POS System

UltiPro Onboarding & Recruiting

CrunchTime

Teamworx

Job description

As a Sous Chef at Tatte, you will assist overseeing all kitchen operations at your café and are responsible for the success and growth of your kitchen team. Sous Chef may be responsible for the supervision of up to 25 employees including Zone Leaders, Cooks, Prep Cooks and Dishwashers. The individual must possess the ability to engage, inspire, and lead a strong team. A passion for amazing food made from scratch and genuine hospitality are an absolute must at Tatte. A Sous Chef is responsible for the overall kitchen execution in a fast paced, high volume environment in the absence of head chef.

Scope of Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Oversees production and service according to established guidelines
• Adheres to recipe, portioning, and presentation standards
• Complete all daily management tasks in a timely manner
• Establish a strong understanding of our menu through daily tasting
• Coach kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
• Maintains inventory to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
• Assists with implementation of seasonal menu changes

Working Conditions / Essential Functions

• Ability and desire to work a flexible schedule based on sales trends and business needs which will include days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to work ten hour-plus shifts, plus ability to stand, squat or walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to grasp, reach overhead, push, lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Position Requirements:

• Minimum of three years of culinary/kitchen management experience in a high-volume foodservice operation
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and proven passion for culinary excellence
• Understand the importance of quality product, visual presentation, efficient production, safety & sanitation, and food cost controls
• Knowledge and proficiency of Tatte’s systems, methods and processes that contribute to great execution
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• High School education or equivalent

Preferred Skills:

• Hospitality Education - A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate and required experience
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and Outlook
• Previous experience working with UltiPro Onboarding & Recruiting, Toast - POS System, CrunchTime and Teamworx (highly preferred)
• ServSafe, Allergen and Chokesaver certifications

Our Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive pay (typically Sous Chef pay ranges from $65-79k+, depending on experience)
• Quarterly bonus program
• Paid vacation time

• Immigration Reimbursement Program (after one year of full-time service)

• 401(k) (with a vesting match)
• Free EAP employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedule with no late nights
• Health, dental and visual insurance
• Free meals and drinks
• Exciting potential for growth

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify Employer.

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