Prep Cook - Boston Catering Kitchen

Our Prep Cooks 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 according to Tatte standards while maintaining food safety, sanitation, and operational excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

We expect our Prep Cooks 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 Tatte’s core values and help support our mission
• Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, afternoons, and evenings
• Ideally have at least 1 year of experience working successfully in a fast paced kitchen environment

Prep Cooks’ Primary Responsibilities

• Follow prep lists created by the Catering General Manager, Catering Sous Chef, and Supervisors
• Label and stock all cooking ingredients
• Complete all tasks on prep lists accurately and efficiently
• Wash, chop, and sort ingredients including fruits, vegetables, and meats
• Measure quantities of seasonings and cooking ingredients
• Adhere to all nutrition, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Monitor ingredient inventory and communicate restocking needs
• Learn and execute cooking methods and techniques used within the kitchen
• Ensure all food items are properly stored and easily accessible
• Monitor food and cooling room temperatures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen
• Assist chefs with food preparation and additional culinary tasks as needed
• Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / WORKING CONDITIONS

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

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Required

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to food quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Ability to work in a fast paced kitchen environment

Preferred

• At least 1 year of experience working in a restaurant, catering, food production, or kitchen environment

OUR BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive Pay: $19.00–$22.00/hour, depending on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation time after 1 year of full-time service
• Paid sick time
• Flexible schedules with no late nights
• 50% meal discount and 2 complimentary 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.