Eataly North America Is Hiring A Chef De Cuisine

Join Eataly, the world's largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace, and become part of a vibrant team dedicated to sharing the authentic flavors and traditions of Italy! 🇮🇹

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef de Cuisine (CDC) to support our Executive Chef team. This role involves overseeing the creation of authentic Italian dishes, managing team performance, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience across our restaurants.

Company Overview

Eataly is not a typical chain but a unique marketplace, each with its own character and theme. Our mission is to:

• 🍽️ Eat: Offer authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés, and to-go counters
• 🛍️ Shop: Provide a selection of high-quality Italian, local, and homemade products
• 📚 Learn: Share knowledge through classes and our team’s expertise

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in managing all aspects of authentic Italian cuisine production in our restaurants
• Ensure consistent quality standards in food, team management, and guest satisfaction
• Report to the Executive Chef and oversee a team of Sous Chef Managers
• Collaborate on planning and executing seasonal menus
• Lead employee hiring, training, scheduling, payroll, evaluations, and terminations
• Review financial data such as sales, costs, and labor to ensure budget adherence
• Manage inventory: estimate needs, place orders, receive and check deliveries
• Coordinate with front-of-house staff regarding menu changes, specials, and shortages
• Document, investigate, escalate, and resolve employee or guest incidents
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of chef experience, including 2+ years in management
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Advanced computer skills
• Bachelor’s Degree or culinary arts training from a recognized program (highly preferred)

Job Requirements

• Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for up to 8 hours
• Experience with commercial kitchen equipment such as mixers, ovens, torches, etc.

Additional Information

Benefits & Perks 🎁

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with matching contributions
• Bonus programs
• Free family meals daily
• Employee discounts at Eataly
• Cooking classes on Italian products and cuisine
• Referral bonus programs and more!

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000 per year 💰

Equal Opportunity Employment

Eataly is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. We also uphold policies to prevent harassment and ensure fair treatment for all applicants and employees.

If you require accommodations during the hiring process, please notify Human Resources.