About this role
Pastry Chef
The Pastry Chef oversees the production of all pastries for an Eataly, including: Italian pasticcini, cakes, desserts, cookies, candies and other dolci. Reports directly to the Executive Chef and reports functionally to the Head of Pastry; manages a pastry team of about 10 employees.
Directs and participates in the production of all pastry items for Eataly’s counters and restaurantsManages the pastry team: hires; schedules; submits payroll; provides feedback and motivation; trains on Italian pastry production, principles and practices; coaches and counsels; handles terminationsVerifies all foods prepared meet quality standards in terms of portion size, flavor, texture and consistencyProduces decorative centerpieces and special ordersOrders and requisitions all supplies for the pastry shopCommunicates with the Executive Chef and Pastry Quality Head on new recipes Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standardsPerforms other duties as required or assigned 6+ years of experience in a high-volume pastry preparation positionKnowledge of Italian pastries and techniquesOutstanding communication and leadership skillsIntermediate computer skillsDegree from a post-secondary culinary/pastry arts training program preferredJob Requirements
Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings and weekendsAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squattingAbility to use a burning oven, commercial stand mixer and other pastry baking equipmentSalary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 annually
Benefits and Perks
Medical, Dental, Vision InsurancePaid Time OffPaid Parental Leave401K with match or RRSPBonus programFree 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.