Pastry Sous Chef - FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Eataly North America•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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 If you are interested in joining our team and can be flexible with your job search timeline, we’d be happy to receive your application! We are looking for candidates with mobility and interest in growth, as we continue to open in major cities across North America 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.

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