Italian Kitchen Operations Leader

Eataly; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Referral bonus program

and more!

Job summary

Eataly is seeking a Sous Chef Manager in Los Angeles to assist the CDC in producing authentic Italian dishes in a high-volume open kitchen.

The role involves leading kitchen staff, planning menus, training cooks, and ensuring food quality, safety, and cost controls. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Join a dynamic team at Eataly and contribute to exceptional guest experiences through strong leadership and culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of back of house experience, including 1+ years of management.
• Bachelor's Degree or degree from post-secondary culinary arts program preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Advanced computer skills

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Chef de Cuisine and manages the kitchen staff.
• Supports the Sous Chefs in day-to-day operations to deliver Eataly's service strategies
• Assists with hiring, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations
• Supervises kitchen mise en place for all stations
• Participates in menu planning and actively manages food production
• Trains cooks and sous chefs on the hot line to ensure quality and safety
• Verifies sanitation and nutrition practices
• Informs front of house of menu changes and shortages
• Documents, investigates, escalates and resolves incidents
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Skills

Communication

Management experience

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or culinary arts degree preferred

Job description

Eataly is seeking a Sous Chef Manager in Los Angeles to assist the CDC in producing authentic Italian dishes in a high-volume open kitchen.

The role involves leading kitchen staff, planning menus, training cooks, and ensuring food quality, safety, and cost controls. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Join a dynamic team at Eataly and contribute to exceptional guest experiences through strong leadership and culinary excellence.