Pastry Sous Chef - FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
About The Position
The Pastry Sous 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 Pastry Chef de Cuisine; manages a pastry team of about 10 employees. Supervises and participates in the production of all pastry items for Eataly’s counters and restaurants Assists in managing the pastry team: schedules; submits payroll; provides feedback and motivation; trains on Italian pastry production, principles and practices; coaches and counsels Verifies all foods prepared meet quality standards in terms of portion size, flavor, texture and consistency Produces decorative centerpieces and special orders Orders and requisitions all supplies for the pastry shop Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards Performs other duties as required or assigned
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in a high-volume pastry preparation position
- Knowledge of Italian pastries and techniques
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Intermediate computer skills
- Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings and weekends
- 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 a burning oven, commercial stand mixer and other pastry baking equipment
Nice To Haves
- Degree from a post-secondary culinary/pastry arts training program preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervises and participates in the production of all pastry items for Eataly’s counters and restaurants
- Assists in managing the pastry team: schedules; submits payroll; provides feedback and motivation; trains on Italian pastry production, principles and practices; coaches and counsels
- Verifies all foods prepared meet quality standards in terms of portion size, flavor, texture and consistency
- Produces decorative centerpieces and special orders
- Orders and requisitions all supplies for the pastry shop
- Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
Benefits
- 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
