Prep Cooks & Line Cooks - Tatte Burlington

Job Description

Job Description

Savory team members make all our dishes from scratch, with a deep commitment to uncompromising quality and craftsmanship. They are passionate about food and genuine hospitality, and work together as a team to prepare dishes in accordance with Tatte guidelines to ensure the highest quality while adhering to specific recipe and sanitation standards. We expect our savory team members to:

• Have a desire to help where needed and work as part of a team
• Possess a passion for cooking with a keen eye for freshness, quality and cleanliness
• Live from Tatte’s core values and help Tatte deliver on its mission
• Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, & afternoons/evenings
• (Ideally, team members also have at least 1 year of experience successfully working in a fast-paced kitchen)

Summary of Prep Cooks’ Primary Responsibilities

• Follow prep lists created by chefs.
• Label and stock all cooking ingredients
• Complete all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef or other kitchen manager
• Washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables, and meats
• Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients
• Adhere to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards
• Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to order resupply
• Learn about the cooking methods and techniques employed in the kitchen
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise
• Other duties as assigned

Summary of Line Cooks’ Primary Responsibilities

• Execute techniques under the direction of the Sous Chef and Executive Chef
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards
• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment
• Ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food
• Actively set up and break down workstation and prepare for an upcoming shift
• Wash and disinfect kitchen, tables, tools, knives, and equipment
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Functions/Working Conditions for all Savory Team Positions

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to grasp and reach overhead
• Must be able to lift, move, and carry 50+lbs
• Must be able to work 8+ hours a day on feet

Our Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: Prep Cooks earn $19.00–$22.00/hour. Line Cooks earn $19.00–$23.60/hour.
• Health, dental and vision insurance for full time team members
• 401(k) (with a vesting match)
• Free employee assistance program services
• Vacation Time (after 1 year of full-time service)
• Paid sick time 
• Flexible schedule with no late nights
• Free drinks and generously discounted meals
• Exciting potential for growth

Join us on our journey to create something special!

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.