Prep Cooks - Tatte Fairfax

Tatte Bakery & Cafe
  • Fairfax, Virginia
    24 days ago

    Job Description

    Tatte began with a simple belief: great food has the power to bring people together. What started in a home kitchen has grown into a collection of bakeries and cafés inspired by Eastern Mediterranean and Levant traditions, where handcrafted food, exceptional coffee, warm hospitality, and beautiful spaces create moments of connection every day.

    Our mission is simple: To Inspire, Care For, and Nurture Life. Every Day.

    THE ROLE

    Prep Cooks at Tatte are passionate about food and genuine hospitality. Our Back of House team prepares all dishes from scratch with an uncompromising commitment to quality and craftsmanship while following standardized recipes and food safety standards.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Follow daily prep lists created by the Chef or kitchen leadership
    • Label, organize, and stock all cooking ingredients
    • Complete assigned prep tasks accurately and efficiently
    • Wash, chop, sort, and prepare fruits, vegetables, meats, and other ingredients
    • Measure ingredients according to standardized recipes
    • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and nutrition standards
    • Monitor ingredient inventory and communicate replenishment needs
    • Learn and apply Tatte's cooking methods and techniques
    • Properly store food items and maintain organized storage areas
    • Monitor food and cooling room temperatures
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen
    • Assist chefs with food preparation and other kitchen tasks as needed
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

    • Desire to help where needed and work as part of a team
    • Passion for cooking with a keen eye for freshness, quality, and cleanliness
    • Commitment to living Tatte's core values and delivering exceptional hospitality
    • Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
    • Previous experience working in a fast-paced kitchen is preferred but not required

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / WORKING CONDITIONS

    • Strong communication skills
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
    • Ability to grasp and reach overhead
    • Ability to lift, move, and carry 50 pounds or more
    • Ability to stand and work on your feet for 8 or more hours per shift

    OUR BENEFITS & PERKS

    • Competitive Pay: $18.75–$21.00/hour, depending on experience
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid vacation for full-time team members
    • Paid sick time
    • Flexible schedules with no late nights
    • 50% meal discount and 2 free beverages per shift
    • Free mental health support
    • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • An inclusive community that offers potential for growth

    Learn more about us at tattebakery.com.

    Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFairfax, Virginia

    Skills

    • Beveragesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • Food Safetyunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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