Inventory Control Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Kitchen Operations Specialist to coordinate BOH operations and support the culinary team. The role requires strong organizational skills and a culinary background. Responsibilities include managing recipes, vendor relations, and assisting chefs with daily tasks. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match or RRSP

Bonus program

Free daily family meal

Employee discounts at Eataly

Product and Italian cuisine classes

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in kitchen operations.
• Degree from a culinary arts training program.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef and culinary team with daily operations.
• Manage vendor relationships and process purchase orders.
• Oversee monthly inventories and assist in data entry.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Knife Skills

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

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

• Authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafes, and to-go counters
• A selection of high-quality Italian, local, and homemade products
• Learning opportunities through classes and our team’s product knowledge

Job Description

The Kitchen Operations Specialist serves as the main connection between all BOH departments. They are highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic work environment. Reporting to the FP&A Analyst, this role requires a solid foundation of culinary experience.

• Support the Executive Chef and the culinary team with daily BOH operations
• Coordinate recipes and ingredients between outlets
• Maintain recipes in Eataly’s database software
• Assist chefs with ordering, cost tracking, and urgent Interglobo orders
• Manage order guides, logs, transfers, and SOPs for BOH outlets
• Oversee monthly inventories, assist in counting, data entry, and analysis
• Manage vendor relationships, assess credits/shortages, and resolve issues
• Process purchase orders and shipments from other stores
• Act as liaison between inter-store departments and BOH
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Availability to work onsite with flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending, and squatting
• Experience with commercial kitchen equipment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in kitchen operations
• Degree from a culinary arts training program
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good knife skills and finger dexterity
• Proficiency with basic computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word)

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

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

Eataly is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws regarding employment decisions and accommodations for applicants requiring assistance.