Sous Chef - Ridgewood, New Jersey

Tatte Bakery & Cafe; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading café is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to manage all kitchen operations. You'll oversee up to 25 employees, ensuring quality food production in a fast-paced environment. With competitive pay and numerous benefits, this role is ideal for culinary professionals eager for growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay (typically $25 to $30/hour)

Paid vacation time

401(k) with vesting match

Flexible schedule with no late nights

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Free meals and drinks

Exciting potential for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years culinary/kitchen management experience in high-volume foodservice.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and passion for culinary excellence.
• Understand the importance of quality product, safety, and food cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversees kitchen operations and supervises up to 25 employees.
• Completes management tasks, ensures food safety, and maintains inventory.
• Coaches kitchen staff in food preparation and operational standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High School education or equivalent

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

UltiPro Onboarding & Recruiting

Toast - POS System

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 $25/hour to $30/hour, depending on experience)
• 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
• Internal English and Spanish classes
• Free meals and drinks
• Exciting potential for growth

*Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify Employer.

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