Tartine

Sous Chef (Non-Exempt) - Mill Valley

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $30.77
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

hourly pay
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
flexible schedule
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Tartine is a renowned establishment in the culinary industry, widely respected for its commitment to quality and exceptional guest experiences. As a high-standard restaurant, Tartine prides itself on delivering an unparalleled dining environment where food appearance, quality, and overall guest satisfaction are paramount. The organization fosters a culture that upholds its mission and vision, emphasizing teamwork, professionalism, and hospitality excellence. Tartine is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace free from discrimination and harassment based on any protected traits.

The role of Sous Chef at Tartine is a critical position that combines culinary ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Five or more years of experience in varied kitchen roles
  • Ability to work on feet for extended hours
  • Good communication skills
  • Basic math proficiency
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • Ability to follow company policies and procedures
  • Willingness to work morning shifts
  • Compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Ability to handle job duties under varying environmental conditions including exposure to fumes and weather
  • Availability for full-time employment
  • Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Commitment to a safe and clean work environment.

Job Qualifications

  • Five or more years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook, and expediter
  • Able to communicate effectively with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel, and guests
  • Advanced understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
  • Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
  • Ability to read and write simple correspondence and present information effectively in small groups
  • Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with standard units and currency
  • Ability to stand for long periods up to 8-9 hours
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally
  • Good vision including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Job Duties

  • Promote work and act in alignment with Tartine's mission
  • Comply with standards of service and assist kitchen employees in doing the same
  • Assist in day-to-day kitchen operations, coordinate food production schedules and ensure food quality, taste, and presentation
  • Participate in food preparation and cooking, produce consistently high-quality food, and expedite during peak periods
  • Control food cost by training kitchen staff on preparation and handling methods
  • Collaborate with Chef to create and improve menu items
  • Establish kitchen goals, resolve problems, and implement profit-oriented and cost-saving ideas
  • Ensure health department and food safety compliance
  • Develop and train kitchen staff on menus and recipes
  • Maintain effective communication within kitchen and dining room staff
  • Assist in food ordering based on business projections
  • Conduct inspections of kitchen and dishwashing areas and address deficiencies
  • Follow restaurant policies and standards timely
  • Monitor compliance with health, fire, and safety regulations
  • Support company objectives in sales, service, quality and cleanliness through staff training
  • Investigate and resolve guest complaints
  • Schedule and receive deliveries checking quality and quantity
  • Monitor budgets, payroll, and financial records with Chef
  • Maintain food and equipment inventories
  • Perform service tasks when necessary
  • Keep government-required sanitation records
  • Test food for palatability and flavor
  • Assist in staff training and food management
  • Review and improve work procedures and operational problems
  • Assess staffing needs
  • Arrange equipment maintenance
  • Record sales data
  • Attend employee meetings and contribute to improvement suggestions
  • Coordinate with employees to meet guest needs
  • Fill in for colleagues as needed
  • Report safety hazards and accidents
  • Adhere to safety policies and operate equipment safely
  • Assist Dining Room Manager and Chef with staff training and food management
  • Maintain accurate timekeeping, adhere to attendance policies, use timekeeping systems correctly
  • Manage schedule changes and time off appropriately
  • Follow labor laws regarding breaks, overtime, and scheduling
  • Handle timekeeping related issues efficiently.

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Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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