Lead Line Cook - Tatte Falls Church

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for Sous Chef to help us open our Falls Church cafe! Our lead line cooks/expeditors bring our guests comfort and joy by being guardians of our commitment to uncompromising quality and craftsmanship for all our savory dishes. They validate that all plates, allergies, and modifications meet company operating standards, and ensure the flow of service stays consistent with those standards. Our inside expeditors have a passion for cooking with a keen eye for freshness, quality, and cleanliness, and a deep commitment to learning and teaching others.

Summary of Primary Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Maintains the flow of service under company standards regarding ticket times, food quality, plating specs, and guest modifications.

• Ensures all orders are to guest satisfaction within company standards

• Ensures all orders are visually appealing.

• Completes daily safety and sanitation checks using company tools and systems.

• Communicates pertinent information to ensure guest satisfaction.

• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.

• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately.

• Maintains good working relationships with other team members (including managers & support team members) and guests.

• Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

• Upholds safety and sanitation standards.

• Other related assignments as necessary.

Position Requirements:

• The ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen

• Strong communication skills

• Must be able to lift, move, and carry 50+lbs

• Must be able to work 8+ hours a day on feet

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts

• Must be validated on all savory team stations

Our Benefits and Perks

• Competitive pay (starting at $22.00 and goes up to $25.00/hr+, depending on experience)
• 401(k) (with a vesting match)
• Health, dental and vision insurance for full-time team members
• Vacation time (after 1 year of full-time service)
• Free employee assistance program services
• Flexible schedule with no late nights
• Internal English and Spanish classes
• Free meals and drinks
• Exciting potential for growth

Please note that our Falls Church Café is tentatively scheduled to open in Fall 2025. Any training that will take place prior to Fall 2025 will occur at another one of our Virginia, Maryland, or DC-area cafes.

Join us on our journey to create something special!

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.