Sous Chef - Boston

Overview

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. 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. A Sous Chef may supervise 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.

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.

• 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

• 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

• Minimum of three years of culinary/kitchen management experience in a high-volume food service 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

• 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 Ulti Pro Onboarding & Recruiting, Toast - POS System, Crunch Time and Teamworx (highly preferred)
• Serv Safe, Allergen and Chokesaver certifications

• Competitive pay (typically Sous Chef pay ranges from $64-$77k+, 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
• Internal English and Spanish classes
• Free meals and drinks
• Exciting potential for growth

Join us on our journey to create something special!