Chef de Cuisine

Chef de Cuisine

The Chef de Cuisine (CDC) supports the Executive Chef team in managing all aspects of the production of authentic Italian dishes in Eataly's restaurants. The CDC ensures quality standards are consistently met in the areas of food production, team management and guest experience. Reports to the Executive Chef and manages a team of Sous Chef Managers.

Collaborates closely with the Executive Chef team to plan and execute seasonal menus in the restaurants. Directs employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations. Reviews financial information such as sales, costs and labor, to ensure adherence to budgets. Manages inventory: estimates needs, places orders, receives and checks deliveries. Informs front of house personnel of menu changes, specials and shortages. Documents, investigates, escalates and resolves employee or guest incidents. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications include 5+ years of chef experience, including 2+ years of management experience. Knowledge of Italian cuisine, excellent communication and leadership skills, advanced computer skills and a Bachelor's Degree or degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program is highly preferred.

Job requirements include 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, including standing, walking, bending and squatting. Ability to use commercial kitchen equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc.

Benefits and perks include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K with match, bonus program, free family meal daily, discounts at Eataly, classes on products and Italian cuisine, referral bonus program and more! Pay rate is $80k- $85k a year!