Lead Bread Baker - Eataly Downtown

Eataly North America • New York, NY

3d • $22 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Eataly’s Lead Bread Baker produces bread and focaccia according to authentic Italian recipes in the company’s 24-hour operating bakery. Reporting to the Bakery Manager, the role participates in and supervises daily bakery and pizza alla pala counter operations, prepares products for restaurants and retail, and supports bakery training, sanitation, administration, and guest engagement. The position works onsite on an open, flexible schedule that often includes evenings, overnight hours, and weekends. It may require working more than 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in a baker preparation position and mastery of related techniques.
• Ability to work independently with minimum guidance.
• Basic math and measuring skills.
• Excellent work ethic, communication, and time management skills.
• Availability to work onsite on an open, flexible schedule, often including evenings, overnight, and weekends.
• Ability to work more than 40 hours per week when needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to maintain well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending, and squatting.
• Ability to work with a wood-burning oven, electric pizza convection oven, and commercial spiral mixer.

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary culinary program.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and supervise daily operations of the bakery and pizza alla pala counters.
• Prepare pizza, bread, focaccia, rolls, and other bread items for Eataly’s restaurants and retail operations.
• Follow proper proofing and baking techniques for each variety of bread.
• Master all bakery shifts and production processes, including overnight production.
• Guide trainees and externs through prescribed training procedures.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary food production area in accordance with Department of Health standards.
• Perform administrative duties such as inventory, ordering, transferring, and waste tracking.
• Assist Sales Associates when needed and engage with guests interested in learning about bread production.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with match or RRSP.
• Free family meal daily.
• Discounts at Eataly.
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine.
• Referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED