Eataly

Global Italian food hall operator

Pizza alla Pala Lead

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeHouston, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
At least one year of experience in a back-of-house production position is required.
At least one year of supervisory experience is required.
Availability to work onsite with a flexible, open schedule, often including evenings and weekends and occasional early-morning or overnight shifts, is required.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.
Ability to maintain well-paced mobility for at least eight hours, including standing, walking, bending, and squatting, is required.
Ability to work with an electric pizza convection oven and commercial spiral mixer is required.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct bakery and pizza production staff at the direction of the Head Chef.
Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef Managers with leading, training, and developing team members.
Prepare pizza, focaccia, and other bakery items according to specific recipes.
Manage raw-material stock, place orders, and maintain department inventory.
Follow portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures.
Maintain a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards.
Work toward mastering all shifts in pizza and bakery production.
Assist Sales Associates as needed and engage with guests interested in learning about pizza, focaccia, and other bakery products.
Perform cashier duties, including processing returns, voids, and exchanges when necessary.
Document, investigate, elevate, and resolve employee and guest incidents.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Job Description

A Pala Lead supervises the production of Roman-style Pizza alla Pala, Focaccia, and other Bakery items in a single Eataly location’s baking facility. Reports to the Head Chef and Sous Chef Managers.

Supervises and directs the bakery/pizza production staff at the direction of the Head Chef.
Assists the Head Chef and Sous Chef Managers with leading, training and developing team members
Prepares pizza, focaccia, and other bakery items according to specific recipes
Manage the stock of raw materials, place orders, and take care of the inventory of the department.
Complies with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies and procedures
Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards
Works towards mastering all shifts in pizza and bakery production
Assists Sales Associates if needed and engages with guests interested in learning about pizza, focaccia, and other bakery products
Ensures a clean and sanitary food production area
Performs cashier duties including processing returns, voids and exchanges when necessary
Documents, investigates, elevates and resolves employee and guest incidents
Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
1+ year of experience in a back of house production position
1+ year of supervisory experience
Good work ethic, communication and time management skills

Job Requirements

Availability to work onsite with a flexible, open schedule often including evenings and weekends, as well as occasional early-morning/overnight shifts.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to exert well-paced mobility for at least 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
Ability to work with an electric pizza convection oven and commercial spiral mix

Hourly Compensation: $19 - $21

Additional Information

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.

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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