Pastry Chef bei Eataly North America

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

The Pastry 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 reports functionally to the Head of Pastry; manages a pastry team of about 10 employees.

• Directs and participates in the production of all pastry items for Eataly’s counters and restaurants
• Manages the pastry team: hires; schedules; submits payroll; provides feedback and motivation; trains on Italian pastry production, principles and practices; coaches and counsels; handles terminations
• 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
• Communicates with the Executive Chef and Pastry Quality Head on new recipes 
• Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

• 6+ years of experience in a high-volume pastry preparation position
• Knowledge of Italian pastries and techniques
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Degree from a post-secondary culinary/pastry arts training program preferred

Job Requirements

• 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

Benefits and Perks

• 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!