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Eataly

Global Italian food hall operator

Bakery Manager

Food & Beverage Operations ManagementUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeHouston, TX, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience in bread and related production.
  • At least 2 years of experience managing a sales and production team; grocery bakery department experience is preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong time-management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule that often includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for up to 8 hours.
  • Ability to work with a wood-burning oven, electric pizza convection oven, and commercial spiral mixer.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee production of bread products, including breads, pizza alla pala, rolls, focaccia, and seasonal items.
  • Organize bakery operations to maximize profitability while upholding company mission, values, policies, quality, and guest experience standards.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team by sourcing and hiring, training, motivating, evaluating, developing, and retaining talent.
  • Write employee schedules, approve vacation and unpaid time, and submit payroll.
  • Review sales and cost information, monitor the budget, and work with the Head Chef to correct budget deviations.
  • Prepare bread products for restaurant and retail operations according to authentic Italian recipes and quality standards.
  • Maintain natural yeast, local and organic flour, and naturally leavened products.
  • Collaborate with store leadership to communicate daily bakery activities, including absences, schedule coverage, and product availability.
  • Communicate with the Head Chef and Head of Bakery Operations about new bakery recipes.
  • Order and monitor bakery ingredients and products, and track and document daily transfers and waste in the appropriate system.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards.
  • Address guest and employee incidents; document, investigate, and escalate incidents in collaboration with store leadership and Human Resources, including employee terminations.
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program is highly preferred.
  • Experience in a grocery bakery department.

About the Company

Eataly

Global Italian food hall operator

Eataly operates as a global operator of large-format Italian food halls that combine a high-end grocery, restaurant counters, a bakery, and a cooking school within one venue. Customers eat, shop for the exact ingredients used in the restaurants, and learn how to prepare Italian dishes through La Scuola. Fresh items are often produced on-site with a philosophy of “we sell what we cook, and we cook what we sell,” linking production directly to retail and dining. The model relies on flagship stores and a franchise network to extend its reach, presenting thousands of Italian and local products and an extensive wine selection. Unlike standalone grocers or restaurants, Eataly creates an integrated marketplace experience focused on authentic Italian gastronomy and culinary education. Its goal is to be a destination that celebrates Italian food culture by offering dining, shopping, and learning in a single location worldwide.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$199M
Headquarters
Monticello d'Alba, Italy
Founded
2004

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