Savory Cook

About this position

ALTBAU is a new bakery, cafe, and community space in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, led by Chad Robertson, founder of Tartine Bakery, opening in Fall 2026. We're looking for ambitious, motivated savory cooks to join our opening team.

You'll work across our all-day savory program, preparing seasonal ingredients and components with an emphasis on thoughtful sourcing, quality, and simplicity. The savory team will also work closely with our bread and pastry teams, preparing ingredients and components used across departments and contributing to a collaborative kitchen.

We care deeply about our craft and about producing exceptional food with consistency, precision, and respect for the ingredients and processes behind it.

We value people who work well as a team, treat colleagues with kindness and respect, communicate clearly, keep a clean and organized station, and want to keep learning and growing with us.

Expected Start Date: Third week of October 2026

What You'll Do

• Produce ALTBAU’s savory offerings and components following our recipes, quality standards, and production schedules.
• Prepare and cook seasonal ingredients and components for use across our savory menu.
• Work hand in hand with the bread and pastry teams, preparing ingredients and components needed for their daily production.
• Run your assigned station efficiently, maintaining consistency, organization, proper seasoning, and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, following food safety procedures, proper storage, and FIFO.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to maintain product quality, reduce waste, and complete daily production and service on time.

What We're Looking For

• 1–2 years of professional kitchen, restaurant, bakery, or culinary experience.
• Strong foundational cooking and knife skills, with a working knowledge of food preparation, seasoning, cooking techniques, and professional kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow recipes and production systems while maintaining consistency and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple prep and production tasks efficiently.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to work across departments as part of a larger bakery and kitchen team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production and service environment without losing attention to detail.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer

• $20–$24/hour, based on experience*
• Shared tips across front and back of house, in addition to your hourly wage.
• Paid time off Package
• Access to commuter benefits and employee dining discounts.

This is the expected hourly range for the position. Final pay is based on experience and other job-related factors.

To Apply

Send your CV and references to careers@altbaubakery.com with “SAVORY COOK” in the subject line.

We look forward to meeting you.

Location and commute

Brooklyn, NY .

Plan your route with Google Maps. Travel times and transportation options vary; confirm the work location with the employer before commuting.

How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3050219795.