Eataly

Global Italian food hall operator

Lead Line Cook

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeToronto, ON, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a food preparation position.
Strong leadership skills.
Excellent communication skills.
A degree from a culinary arts training program is preferred.
Must hold a valid Food Handlers Certification.
Must be available to work onsite with a flexible schedule, often including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to perform well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending, and squatting.
Must have good knife skills and finger dexterity to use small tools and utensils adeptly.

Responsibilities

Transform high-quality, unique ingredients into authentic Italian dishes by preparing, cooking, and plating food items in high-volume, open kitchens.
Oversee and support line cooks and ensure performance standards during service.
Portion, cut, slice, dip, batter, bread, whip, beat, maintain holding temperature, fry, and sauté food items.
Select cuts of meat, poultry, shellfish, fish, game, or vegetables to be used for frying or sautéing.
Plate menu items with appropriate garnish.
Follow recipes and comply with portion sizes, quality standards, department rules and procedures, and health and safety regulations.
Support Sous Chefs and the Chef de Cuisine in training and coaching line cook team members.
Assist with preparation, inventory, and daily kitchen operations to ensure an efficient working environment.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Desired Qualifications

A degree from a culinary arts training program.

Job Description

A Lead Line Cook transforms high-quality, unique ingredients into authentic Italian dishes through preparing, cooking and plating food items in Eataly’s exciting, high-volume, open kitchens while overseeing other line cooks. Reports to the Sous Chef Manager and Chef de Cuisine.

Oversees and supports line cooks and ensures performance standards during service
Portions, cuts, slices, dips, batters, breads, whips, beats, maintains holding temperature, fries and sautés
Selects cuts of meat, poultry, shellfish, fish, game or vegetables to be used for frying or sautéing
Plates menu items along with appropriate garnish
Follows recipes and complies with portion sizes, quality standards, department rules and procedures, and health & safety regulations
Supports Sous Chefs and CDC in training and coaching line cook team members
Assists with prep, inventory, and daily kitchen operations to ensure an efficient working environment
Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

2+ years in a food preparation position
Strong leadership skills
Excellent communication skills
Degree from a culinary arts training program preferred

Job Requirements

Must hold a valid Food Handlers Certification
Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends and holidays
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
Good knife skills and finger dexterity to use small tools and utensils adeptly

Compensation

Compensation for this role is CAD $45,000-$47,500 annually, plus tips
This position has been posted to fill a current vacancy

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
RRSP
Free family meal daily
Discounts at Eataly
Classes on products and Italian cuisine
Referral bonus program
and more!

Eataly is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of a prohibited ground enumerated by the Ontario Human Rights Code (e.g. race, colour, creed (religion), place of origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity), sexual orientation, age, family status, or disability). Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these prohibited grounds. Eataly welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. Further, it is Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable provincial and federal laws regarding background and criminal record checks in making hiring decisions.

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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