Sous Chef - Northern Virginia

Tatte Bakery & Cafe

Reston (VA)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 81,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Transportation benefits

Flexible schedules with no late nights

Free meals and drinks

Free mental health support

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Café in Reston, VA is hiring a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and support the growth of the kitchen team. You will supervise production, ensure quality and presentation, and mentor line cooks and prep staff.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in a high-volume kitchen, passion for scratch cooking, and strong leadership. The role emphasizes hospitality, efficiency, and consistent menu execution in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years in culinary/kitchen management in a high-volume setting.
Passion for scratch cooking and hospitality.
Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily kitchen production and service per standards.
Coach and develop kitchen team members.
Ensure recipes, portions, and presentation meet quality standards.
Manage inventory and food costs.
Support seasonal menu changes and assist the Chef.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Food cost controls

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree/certificate

Tools

Toast POS

CrunchTime

Teamworx

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Tatte Bakery & Café is an inspired, scratch-based bakery and café founded by pastry chef Tzurit Or. Since opening our first café in Boston in 2007, we've grown into a community of passionate people who care deeply about food, hospitality, and one another. We believe that every guest interaction and every meal we prepare is an opportunity to create something special.

At Tatte, we foster a culture built on our core values: kindness, determination, professionalism, and genuine hospitality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where team members can learn, grow, and build meaningful careers.

THE ROLE

As a Sous Chef at Tatte, you will help lead all kitchen operations within your café while supporting the growth and development of your kitchen team. You'll oversee daily production and service, coach and develop team members, and ensure every dish meets Tatte's standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.

You may supervise up to 25 team members, including Zone Leaders, Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Dishwashers. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about scratch cooking, hospitality, and developing others.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily kitchen production and service according to company standards.
Ensure recipes, portioning, and presentation standards are consistently followed.
Complete daily management responsibilities accurately and on time.
Maintain a strong understanding of the menu through daily tasting.
Coach and develop kitchen team members in food preparation, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation.
Maintain cleaning and preventative maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment and work areas.
Manage inventory while maintaining food cost and operational standards.
Assist with the execution of seasonal menu changes.
Support overall kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 3 years of culinary or kitchen management experience in a high-volume food service environment.
Passion for scratch cooking and culinary excellence.
Strong understanding of food quality, presentation, food safety, sanitation, and food cost controls.
Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

Culinary degree or certificate with relevant experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Experience with UKG/UltiPro, Toast POS, CrunchTime, and Teamworx is preferred.
Current ServSafe, Allergen, and Chokesaver certifications are preferred.

Essential Functions / Working Conditions

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work shifts of 10 or more hours.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and move throughout the shift.
Ability to grasp, reach overhead, push, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.

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