Pastry Sous Chef - FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Eataly; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a talented Pastry Sous Chef to oversee pastry production. This role involves managing a dynamic team, ensuring quality standards, and creating delightful Italian pastries. With opportunities for growth and a focus on authentic Italian cuisine, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary arts. Join a vibrant team where your creativity and skills can shine, while enjoying a range of benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, and discounts. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match

Bonus program

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and Italian cuisine

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in high-volume pastry preparation.
• Strong knowledge of Italian pastries and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversees production of all pastries for Eataly’s counters and restaurants.
• Manages pastry team, schedules, and training.

Skills

Italian pastry techniques

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Intermediate computer skills

Education

Degree from a culinary/pastry arts program

Tools

Commercial stand mixer

Baking equipment

Job description

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Company Description

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 own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge
  
  
  

Company Description

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 own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge
  
  
  

If you are interested in joining our team and can be flexible with your job search timeline, we’d be happy to receive your application! We are looking for candidates with mobility and interest in growth, as we continue to open in major cities across North America

Job Description

The Pastry Sous Chef oversees the production of all pastries for an Eataly, including: Italian pasticcini, cakes, desserts, cookies, candies and other dolci. Reports directly to the Executive Chef and Pastry Chef de Cuisine; manages a pastry team of about 10 employees.

• Supervises and participates in the production of all pastry items for Eataly’s counters and restaurants
• Assists in managing the pastry team: schedules; submits payroll; provides feedback and motivation; trains on Italian pastry production, principles and practices; coaches and counsels
• Verifies all foods prepared meet quality standards in terms of portion size, flavor, texture and consistency
• Produces decorative centerpieces and special orders
• Orders and requisitions all supplies for the pastry shop
• Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards
• Performs other duties as required or assigned
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a high-volume pastry preparation position
• Knowledge of Italian pastries and techniques
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Degree from a post-secondary culinary/pastry arts training program preferre
  
  
  

Additional Information

• Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings and weekends
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
• Ability to use a burning oven, commercial stand mixer and other pastry baking equipment
  
  
  

Compensation: This position pays an annual salary of $65k - $75k.

Benefits And Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with match or RRSP
• Bonus program
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• 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 Eataly’s 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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