Job Description
The Chef de Cuisine (CDC) supports the Executive Chef team in managing all aspects of the production of authentic Italian dishes in Eataly’s restaurants. The CDC ensures quality standards are consistently met in the areas of food production, team management and guest experience.
Reports to the Executive Chef and manages a team of Sous Chef Managers.
- Directs employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations
- Collaborates closely with the Executive Chef and CDCs to plan and execute seasonal menus in the restaurants
- Observes food production and samples food to ensure compliance with recipes and standards
- Reviews financial information, such as sales costs and labor, to ensure efficient operations
- Manages inventory : estimates needs, places orders, receives and checks deliveries
- Informs front of house personnel of menu changes, specials and shortages
- Documents, investigates, escalates and resolves all employee and guest incidents
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
6+ years of chef experience, including 3+ years of management experienceStrong understanding of Italian cuisineExcellent communication, leadership, motivational and team-building skillsKnowledge of kitchen equipment and procedures, safety and sanitation regulationsAdvanced computer skillsBachelor’s Degree or degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program highly preferredJob Requirements
Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidaysAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squattingAbility to use commercial kitchen equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc.Additional Information
Benefits and Perks
Medical, Dental, Vision InsurancePaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveRRSPBonus programFree family meal dailyDiscounts at EatalyClasses on products and Italian cuisineReferral bonus programand more!Eataly is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of a prohibited ground enumerated by the Ontario Human Rights Code (e.g. race, colour, creed (religion), place of origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity), sexual orientation, age, family status, or disability). Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these prohibited grounds. Eataly welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. Further, it is Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable provincial and federal laws regarding background and criminal record checks in making hiring decisions.