Bread Baker (Full-Time) - Eataly Chicago

Eataly North America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with match or RRSP

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and ItalianCuisine

Job summary

Eataly Chicago is seeking a Bread Baker to join our 24-hour bakery team, producing bread and focaccia in alignment with authentic Italian recipes. You will report to the Bakery Manager and work across shifts to maintain high-quality production for restaurants and retail.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1+ year baking experience, basic math, and strong work ethic. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to work onsite with flexible hours is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of experience in a baker preparation position.
• Basic math and measuring skills.
• Good work ethic, communication and time management skills.
• Post-secondary culinary program highly preferred.
• Availability to work onsite with an open, flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends, and overnights.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepares bread, focaccia, rolls and other items for Eataly’s restaurants and retail operations
• Follows proper proofing and baking techniques for each variety of bread
• Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards
• Works toward mastering all shifts and production processes
• Assists Sales Associates if needed and engages with guests interested in learning about our bread production
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Time management

Work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wood burning oven

Electric pizza convection oven

Commercial spiral mixer

Job description

Bread Baker (Full-Time) - Eataly Chicago

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 theme – but all with the same aim of providing guests with a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products and learning opportunities through classes and product knowledge.

In Eataly’s 24-hour operating bakery, a Bread Baker is responsible for producing delicious bread and focaccia in accordance with our authentic Italian recipes. Reports to the Bakery Manager.

Responsibilities

• Prepares bread, focaccia, rolls and other items for Eataly’s restaurants and retail operations
• Follows proper proofing and baking techniques for each variety of bread
• Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards
• Works toward mastering all shifts and production processes
• Assists Sales Associates if needed and engages with guests interested in learning about our bread production
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of experience in a baker preparation position
• Basic math and measuring skills
• Good work ethic, communication and time management skills
• Post‑secondary culinary program highly preferred
• Availability to work onsite with an open, flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends, and overnights
• Ability to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to exert well‑paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
• Ability to work with a wood burning oven, electric pizza convection oven and commercial spiral mixer

Compensation

$18.00–$19.00 per hour base rate plus premium for eligible overnight hours.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with match or RRSP
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• and more!

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Etalys policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.