TEMPLATE - Salumi and Formaggi Lead Artisan

Eataly North America•Millburn, NJ

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salumi and Formaggi (SAFO) Department features more than 500 cheeses and cured meats sourced from Italy, internationally, and locally, including products exclusive to Eataly. The SAFO Lead assists with the department’s day-to-day operations, ensuring quality control and optimal team performance. This role reports to the Retail Manager and also assists guests with product selection, shares product knowledge, and performs food preparation and packaging.

Requirements

At least 3 years of retail supervisory or management experience.
At least 3 years of knowledge of Italian cheeses and salumi.
At least 3 years of butcher experience.
Financial analysis skills.
Excellent communication, time-management, and relationship-building skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule, often including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to maintain well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending, and squatting.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of food production experience is highly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises, trains, and motivates the team to increase sales and efficiency.
Maintains stock levels, makes stock-control decisions, and places orders as needed.
Communicates with the main production kitchen and restaurants to ensure orders are fulfilled.
Manages the production schedule to achieve maximum efficiency.
Ensures the department consistently meets quality, health, and safety standards.
Communicates technical or mechanical issues to the appropriate department.
Analyzes financial data and takes action to improve department efficiency and profitability.
Assists guests with cheese selection and shares product knowledge.
Weighs, labels, and packages products and completes food preparation in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.