Chef de Cuisine — Central Kitchen Lead (Italian)

Eataly; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with match or RRSP

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and ItalianCuisine

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Job summary

Eataly Houston is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to manage the Central Kitchen, ensuring top-quality production and guest experience across multiple outlets. You will lead a team of Prep Cooks, plan ingredients for seasonal menus, and uphold strict quality and safety standards.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will oversee inventory, budgeting, and staff development while maintaining efficient kitchen operations and excellent product quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of chef experience, including 2+ years of management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in fast-paced environments with high volume production.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficient understanding of basic computer programs.
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine, fresh pasta making experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree or degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Central Kitchen operations and production for multiple outlets.
• Plan and order ingredients to execute seasonal menus.
• Lead and organize Prep Cooks to prepare large quantities daily across categories.
• Manage inventory, FIFO storage, and deliveries.
• Monitor budget: costs, sales, and labor; ensure adherence.
• Coordinate with health and safety teams to maintain standards.
• Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate staff; handle terminations as needed.
• Prepare staff meals and address incidents and guest concerns.

Skills

Chef experience

Management experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Pasta making

Italian cuisine knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Eataly Houston is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to manage the Central Kitchen, ensuring top-quality production and guest experience across multiple outlets. You will lead a team of Prep Cooks, plan ingredients for seasonal menus, and uphold strict quality and safety standards.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will oversee inventory, budgeting, and staff development while maintaining efficient kitchen operations and excellent product quality.