THE ROLETatte Bakery & Cafe is growing, and we're looking for an experienced multi-unit chef to lead culinary across 6-8 of our high-volume, scratch-made cafes in NY/CT. If you've led kitchens across 5+ locations and love building great teams more than working one line, this is your role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Own food quality and consistency across 6-8 cafes, making sure every plate meets Tatte's recipe and craftsmanship standards
- Lead the rollout of new menu items across your district, from training to execution
- Help build, hire, and train kitchen teams for new cafe openings
- Develop kitchen leaders through coaching, feedback, and succession planning, in partnership with District Managers
- Drive kitchen systems, food safety, and sanitation standards, including inventory, purchasing, and waste reduction
- Teach and maintain certifications (ServSafe, Food Handler) and certify team members for station lead and manager-in-training roles
- Partner with our Culinary and Operations teams to continuously raise the bar
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCERequired- At least 2 years leading 5 or more high-volume restaurants in a culinary capacity
- A track record of developing kitchen leaders and building strong teams
- Experience with food cost, inventory, labor, and P&L drivers
- Clear communication and a coaching leadership style
- Ability to travel regularly between cafes in NY and CT
Preferred- New restaurant opening experience
- Culinary degree or certificate
- ServSafe, Allergen, and ChokeSaver certifications
- Experience with Toast, CrunchTime, or UKG
- Experience in the NY/NJ/CT market
OUR BENEFITS & PERKS- Competitive Pay: $105,000-$130,000 annually, depending on experience
- Bonus potential up to 10%
- Flexible schedules with no late nights
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick time
- 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
