Prep Cook - Tatte Fairfax

We are looking for Prep Cooks to help us open our Fairfax cafe! Prep cooks help 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 Tattes 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)

Our Perks and Benefits:

+ Competitive pay (ranging from $18.25-$20.00/hour, depending on experience)

+ 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)

+ Flexible schedule with no late nights

+ Free drinks and generously discounted meals

+ Exciting potential for growth

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

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

Join us on our journey to create something special!

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.

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