Pastry Sous Chef - FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Eataly; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401K with Match

Bonus Program

Free Daily Family Meal

Discounts at Eataly

Product and Italian Cuisine Classes

Referral Bonus

Job summary

An established industry player in artisanal Italian food seeks a Pastry Sous Chef to lead the production of exquisite pastries. This role involves supervising a talented team, ensuring high-quality standards, and creating delightful desserts that reflect Italian culinary traditions. With a commitment to quality and creativity, you'll have the opportunity to shape the dessert offerings while enjoying a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about pastry arts and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of high-volume pastry experience required.
• Knowledge of Italian pastries and techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pastry production for counters and restaurants.
• Manage pastry team, including scheduling and training.

Skills

Pastry Production

Italian Pastry Techniques

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Intermediate Computer Skills

Education

Post-secondary Culinary Training

Tools

Pastry Baking Equipment

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Company Description

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Each Eataly is unique, with its own character and theme, but all aim to:

• Offer a selection of high-quality Italian, local, and homemade products
• Provide learning opportunities through classes and team’s product knowledge

Job Description

The Pastry Sous Chef oversees the production of all pastries, including Italian pasticcini, cakes, desserts, cookies, candies, and other dolci. Reports to the Executive Chef and Pastry Chef de Cuisine; manages a pastry team of about 10 employees.

• Supervises and participates in pastry production for counters and restaurants
• Assists in managing the pastry team: scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, and counseling
• Ensures all foods meet quality standards in portion, flavor, texture, and consistency
• Produces decorative centerpieces and special orders
• Orders and requisitions supplies
• Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to health standards
• Performs additional duties as required

Qualifications

• 4+ years of high-volume pastry experience
• Knowledge of Italian pastries and techniques
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Post-secondary culinary/pastry arts training preferred

Additional Information

• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for up to 8 hours
• Experience with pastry baking equipment

Salary: $65k - $75k annually

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Parental Leave
• 401K with match or RRSP
• Bonus program
• Free daily family meal
• Discounts at Eataly
• Product and Italian cuisine classes
• Referral bonus and more

Eataly is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodation requests are welcome during the hiring process.