Line Cooks & Dishwashers - Tatte Garden City

Founded by Tzurit Or in 2007, Tatte Bakery began in a home kitchen and at Boston farmers markets before 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 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.

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.

The Role

Our Back of House team members are passionate about food, quality, and teamwork. They prepare dishes from scratch, maintain a clean and organized kitchen, and help deliver an exceptional guest experience by following Tatte recipes, food safety standards, and operational excellence. Whether working on the line or supporting the kitchen through dishwashing, every team member plays an important role in the success of our cafés.

Key Responsibilities

We expect our Back of House team members to:

• Work collaboratively and support the team wherever needed
• Bring passion, attention to detail, and pride to every task completed
• Maintain high standards for quality, cleanliness, and organization
• Live Tatte's core values and help support our mission
• Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, afternoons, and evenings

Ideally, candidates will also have at least 1 year of experience working successfully in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Summary of Line Cooks' Primary Responsibilities

• Execute cooking techniques under the direction of kitchen leadership
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation standards
• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, fryers, and additional kitchen equipment
• Ensure food and equipment temperatures are maintained correctly
• Set up and break down workstations before and after shifts
• Clean and sanitize kitchen tools, workstations, equipment, and preparation areas
• Follow all company safety and sanitation procedures
• Maintain quality and consistency standards throughout service
• Assist chefs with food preparation and additional culinary tasks as needed
• Other related assignments as necessary

Summary of Dishwashers' Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain proper care and cleanliness of the dishwashing machine and dish area
• Ensure a clean and organized supply of dishware, cookware, utensils, and glassware throughout shifts
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen and dishwashing areas
• Support kitchen operations wherever needed
• Other related assignments as necessary

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
• Ability to stand and work on feet for 8+ hours per day

Our Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay (varies by role and experience)
  • Line Cooks: $18.50–$22.15/hour
  • Dishwashers: $16.50–$18.75/hour
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members
• 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.

Join us on our journey to create something special!

Please note that Tatte is an E-Verify employer.