Head Chef
Company Description
Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:
- EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
- SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
- LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge
Job Description
The Head Chef oversees all back of house operations for the multiple restaurants and kitchens at an Eataly location, ensuring quality standards and financial goals are consistently met.
Reports directly to the Director of Store Operations. Manages the Chef de Cuisine team.
- Directs and organizes the back of house strategy to maximize profitability and quality
- Leads a team of Chef de Cuisines to drive success in their individual outlets
- Develops recipes and menus focused on Italian authenticity, seasonality and high-quality ingredients
- Partners interdepartmentally with the store senior leadership team and with corporate to executive initiatives, plan special events and share information
- Analyzes financial data, builds a budget, and develops strategies aimed at increasing efficiencies and profit
- Collaborates closely with the GM, Restaurants to create a seamless and efficient restaurant experience
- Prepares updates on the success of restaurants for senior and corporate leadership
- Participates in employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations
- Documents, investigates and resolves employee and guest incidents
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
- 7+ years of chef experience, including 5+ years of management experience
- In-depth understanding of Italian cuisine
- Exceptional communication, leadership, motivational and team-building skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, analytical and business management skills
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment and procedures, safety and sanitation regulations
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
- Bachelor’s Degree or degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training 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 exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, standing or walking in a restaurant environment
- Ability to operate commercial equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc.
- Availability to travel up to 10% of the time
Additional Information
The annual compensation for this role is $90,000- $110,000
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401K with match or RRSP
- Bonus program
- Free family meal daily
- Discounts at Eataly
- Classes on products and Italian cuisine
- Referral bonus program
- and 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.
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If you're passionate about Italian cuisine and looking for an exciting leadership role, Eataly is on the lookout for a Head Chef! Located at 43 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL, Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace. As the Head Chef, you will oversee all back of house operations for our variety of restaurants and kitchens, ensuring that we maintain our high standards of quality and profitability. You'll work closely with the talented Chef de Cuisine team to develop authentic Italian recipes that focus on seasonal and high-quality ingredients. Your role is pivotal in maximizing profitability while delivering exceptional dining experiences. You will collaborate with senior management to strategize, plan special events, and analyze financial data to enhance efficiencies. This position requires not only culinary expertise but exceptional leadership and organizational skills. If you possess over 7 years of chef experience, including at least 5 years in a management capacity, and have an in-depth understanding of Italian cuisine, we want to hear from you! At Eataly, you’ll find a creative and supportive environment where your passion for culinary arts will thrive, and you'll enjoy benefits like medical insurance, paid time off, and discounts at our marketplace. Join us and help us bring the authentic taste of Italy to Chicago!
Established in 2007 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Eataly owns and operates food and beverage centers. The Company offers packaged foods, cured meats, cheeses, meat, fish, fruits and vegetables, baked goods and pastries, soft drinks, tea,...
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