Lead Salumi & Formaggi Artisan — Elevate Italian Cheeses

Eataly North America; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; 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

Job summary

Eataly North America is seeking a Salumi and Formaggi Lead Artisan to oversee the SAFO department in a hands-on, onsite role. You’ll supervise a team, manage stock and coordinate with kitchens to fulfill cheese and salumi orders, ensuring quality and profitability across the department.

The position requires strong leadership, 3+ years in related roles, and a passion for Italian cheese. Onsite work with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, is expected.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years in retail supervisory or management.
• 3+ years knowledge of Italian cheeses and salumi.
• 3+ years of butcher experience.
• 3+ years of food production experience preferred.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication, time management and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and motivate the SAFO team to drive sales and efficiency.
• Maintain stock levels and place orders as needed.
• Coordinate with production kitchen and restaurants to fulfill orders.
• Manage production schedule for efficiency.
• Ensure health, safety and quality standards are met.
• Assist guests with cheese selections and product knowledge.
• Weigh, label and package products and support food prep.
• Handle additional duties as required.

Skills

Retail supervisory experience

Italian cheeses & salumi knowledge

Butcher experience

Food production experience

Financial analysis

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Eataly North America is seeking a Salumi and Formaggi Lead Artisan to oversee the SAFO department in a hands-on, onsite role. You’ll supervise a team, manage stock and coordinate with kitchens to fulfill cheese and salumi orders, ensuring quality and profitability across the department.

The position requires strong leadership, 3+ years in related roles, and a passion for Italian cheese. Onsite work with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, is expected.