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Eataly

Global Italian food hall operator

Sous Chef

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeMillburn, NJ, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of back-of-house experience, including at least 1 year of management experience.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Excellent knife skills and finger dexterity to use small tools and utensils adeptly.
  • Advanced computer skills.
  • Ability to work onsite with a flexible schedule that often includes 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.
  • Ability to work with commercial equipment, including stand mixers, ovens, and torches.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate activities related to food preparation and kitchen and storage areas.
  • Participate in menu planning and actively manage food production.
  • Train and work alongside cooks to ensure quality, speed, safety, and health standards are consistently met.
  • Inform front-of-house personnel of menu changes, specials, and shortages.
  • Requisition and apportion food items, and utilize food surpluses to control food costs.
  • Assist with scheduling and payroll processing as requested.
  • Document, investigate, escalate, and resolve employee or guest incidents.
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree or a degree from a post-secondary culinary arts program.

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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