About this role
A Storyteller shares the stories of Eataly’s products, helping guests make educated and confident shopping decisions. A Storyteller is a super seller with a passion for promoting high-quality Italian products. Reports to the Events and Storytelling Manager.
Prepares and executes product tastings and demonstrationsTakes care of the set-up and break-down of demo stationsKeeps track of the product used during tastingsEngages guests on the shop floor and during demos to explain products and Eataly’s Eat.Shop.Learn philosophy Listens actively and asks questions to understand guests’ needs and preferences; recommends food and beverage items from our marketResponds courteously to guest inquiries regarding availability, location, and usage of productsCollaborates with vendors and the Eataly team during tastings, feste, sagre, and storewide eventsDevelops comprehensive knowledge of Eataly’s products, and participates diligently in live and video trainingsLeads tours for guests, schools, or new team members upon requestAssists with staff classes and La Scuola classes upon requestAnswers guests’ questions about Eataly’s range of servicesLiaises with the Front End and Grocery Teams to help with their dutiesCirculates the store regularly to ensure shopping carts are always available in designated areasOpens and closes cash till and ensures accurate accounting of all transactions, collections, and disbursements during the work shiftPerforms other duties as required or assignedHourly Rate: $17.00-$18.00
High school diploma or equivalentOutstanding communication and relationship-building skillsOutgoing personality and ability to sellKnowledge of and passion for Italian food and beverageExperience working in retail and/or restaurantsIntermediate computer skills Job Requirements
Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends, and holidaysAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending, and squatting Medical, Dental, Vision InsurancePaid Time OffPaid Parental Leave401K with match Free family meal dailyDiscounts at EatalyClasses on products and Italian cuisineReferral bonus programand more!Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.