Cafe Head Chef - Tatte Darien, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Founded by Tzurit Or in 2007, Tatte Bakery began in a home kitchen and at Boston farmers markets after opening its first café in Brookline, Massachusetts. What started as a small neighborhood bakery has grown into a beloved brand with cafés throughout Greater Boston, Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and now the Tri State area. While each café has its own unique personality, all are rooted in the same original spirit of Tatte: a welcoming place to gather, feel at home, and find inspiration, comfort, and joy.

DREAM & GROW WITH US

At Tatte, we are a team of people from diverse backgrounds working together to inspire, care for, and nurture life every day. We welcome individuals who are passionate, ambitious, genuine, and love people, food, pastry, and coffee. If you are excited to be part of our journey, there are many ways to join our team and opportunities to grow for those who want to learn and build a career with us.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a Cafe Head Chef to help us open our Darien café!

As a Cafe Head Chef at Tatte, you will oversee all kitchen operations within your café and play a critical role in the success and development of your kitchen team. Our Cafe Head Chefs lead teams of cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers in a fast paced, high volume environment rooted in quality, collaboration, and genuine hospitality.

We are looking for leaders who are passionate about scratch made food, thrive in dynamic kitchen environments, and have the ability to engage, inspire, and develop strong teams while maintaining operational excellence. We expect our Cafe Head Chefs to:

• Lead kitchen production and service according to established operational standards
• Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and organization
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen team members while fostering a positive team environment
• Live Tatte’s core values and help support our mission
• Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Bring a strong passion for culinary excellence and guest experience

Scope of Responsibilities

• Run production and service according to established guidelines
• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards
• Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste logs
• Taste completed meals to ensure quality and consistency
• Train 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
• Ensure kitchen staff follows and completes all cleaning and maintenance responsibilities
• Maintain inventory levels within established guidelines while ensuring product availability
• Follow all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Participate in departmental meetings, staff development, and professional development programs
• Support and implement seasonal menu changes

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability and desire to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work 10+ hour shifts and stand, sit, squat, or walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to grasp, reach overhead, push, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 3–5 years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending on formal culinary education or training
• Proven passion for culinary excellence and exceeding guest expectations
• Strong understanding of kitchen systems, operational execution, and food safety standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred Skills

• Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, or related field preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Previous experience with UltiPro, Toast POS, CrunchTime, and Teamworks preferred
• ServSafe, Allergen, and ChokeSaver certifications preferred

OUR BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive Pay: Typically $70,000–$100,000 annually, depending on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Parking benefit when applicable
• Free employee assistance program services
• Flexible schedules with no late nights
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free meals and drinks
• Exciting potential for growth

Please note that any training that takes place prior to this location’s opening may occur at another one of our New York or New Jersey cafés.

Learn more about us at tattebakery.com

Join us on our journey to create something special!

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.