Sous Chef - Tatte Darien, CT

Tatte Bakery & Cafe

Darien (CT)

On-site

USD 67,000 - 81,000

Full time

29 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay: $67,000–$81,000 per y

Bonus program

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation time

Flexible schedules with no late nights

Free meals and beverages during each ?

Free mental health support

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tatte Bakery & Cafe is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations at our cafe. You will lead a team (up to 25) and ensure exceptional food, hospitality, and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include supervising production, maintaining standards, and guiding seasonal menu changes while coaching staff toward culinary excellence and consistency.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of culinary or kitchen management experience in a high volume foodservice operation.
Comprehensive knowledge of food and a proven passion for culinary excellence.
Understanding of quality standards, visual presentation, efficient production, food safety, sanitation, and food cost controls.
Knowledge and proficiency of systems, methods, and processes that contribute to operational excellence.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Oversee production and service according to established guidelines
Adhere to recipe, portioning, and presentation standards
Complete all daily management tasks in a timely manner
Develop a strong understanding of the menu through daily tasting
Coach kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation standards
Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas
Maintain inventory levels to ensure product availability while staying within established guidelines
Assist with implementation of seasonal menu changes
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety & sanitation

Operational excellence

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

A.O.S. Culinary Arts degree

Tools

Toast POS

Microsoft Office

UKG/UltiPro

CrunchTime

TeamworX

Job description

Tatte began in 2007 in a home kitchen with a passion for baking and the belief that well-crafted food has the power to bring people together. That spirit continues to guide us today.

We are a design-forward bakery and café bringing together handcrafted food, exceptional coffee, warm hospitality, and beautiful spaces designed for gathering, connection, and everyday ritual.

At our core, we are craftspeople. Chefs, bakers, baristas, and café teams united by a shared passion for excellence. We believe even the smallest details matter, because every dish, every cup of coffee, and every interaction is an opportunity to brighten someone's day.

WHY TATTE

We're looking for people who believe hospitality matters and share our mission: To Inspire, Care for, and Nurture Life. Every day.

At Tatte, we believe craft is more than a skill. It's a way of caring. It's found in the details: a perfectly laminated croissant, a thoughtfully prepared coffee, a warm welcome that makes someone feel at home. We believe these small acts, repeated every day, have the power to make life a little richer and more meaningful.

You’ll join a team that takes pride in its work, supports one another, and is committed to learning and growth. We hold ourselves to high standards while creating an environment where people can develop their talents, build meaningful careers, and make an impact.

As we continue to grow, so do the opportunities for our team. Whether you’re exploring a new path or taking the next step in your career, you’ll help create moments of inspiration, comfort, and connection for our guests each day.

Because while we serve exceptional food, coffee, and pastries, we hope to create something more enduring: places where people feel welcomed, cared for, and inspired to return again and again.

THE ROLE

As a Sous Chef at Tatte, you will help oversee all kitchen operations at your café and support the success and growth of your kitchen team. Sous Chefs may supervise up to 25 team members, including Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Dishwashers. This role requires the ability to engage, inspire, and lead a strong team while maintaining Tatte’s commitment to exceptional food, hospitality, and operational excellence.

The Sous Chef is responsible for overall kitchen execution in a fast paced, high volume environment in the absence of the Head Chef.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee production and service according to established guidelines
Adhere to recipe, portioning, and presentation standards
Complete all daily management tasks in a timely manner
Develop a strong understanding of the menu through daily tasting
Coach kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation standards
Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas
Maintain inventory levels to ensure product availability while staying within established guidelines
Assist with implementation of seasonal menu changes
Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / WORKING CONDITIONS

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

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Required

Minimum of 3 years of culinary or kitchen management experience in a high volume foodservice operation
Comprehensive knowledge of food and a proven passion for culinary excellence
Understanding of quality standards, visual presentation, efficient production, food safety, sanitation, and food cost controls
Knowledge and proficiency of systems, methods, and processes that contribute to operational excellence
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred

A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or culinary certificate with relevant experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Previous experience working with UKG/UltiPro, Toast POS, CrunchTime, and TeamworX
ServSafe, Allergen, and ChokeSaver certifications

OUR BENEFITS & PERKS