Pizza alla Pala Lead - Eataly Flatiron

Eataly North America•New York, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A Pala Lead supervises the production of Roman-style Pizza alla Pala, Focaccia, and other Bakery items in a single Eataly location’s baking facility. Reports to the Head Chef and Sous Chef Managers. Supervises and directs the bakery/pizza production staff at the direction of the Head Chef. Assists the Head Chef and Sous Chef Managers with leading, training and developing team members.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1+ year of experience in a back of house production position
1+ year of supervisory experience
Good work ethic, communication and time management skills
Availability to work onsite with a flexible, open schedule often including evenings and weekends, as well as occasional early-morning/overnight shifts.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to exert well-paced mobility for at least 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
Ability to work with an electric pizza convection oven and commercial spiral mix

Responsibilities

Prepares pizza, focaccia, and other bakery items according to specific recipes
Manage the stock of raw materials, place orders, and take care of the inventory of the department.
Complies with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies and procedures
Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards
Works towards mastering all shifts in pizza and bakery production
Assists Sales Associates if needed and engages with guests interested in learning about pizza, focaccia, and other bakery products
Ensures a clean and sanitary food production area
Performs cashier duties including processing returns, voids and exchanges when necessary
Documents, investigates, elevates and resolves employee and guest incidents
Performs other duties as required or assigned