Chef de Cuisine, Pastry - Eataly Chicago

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The Pastry 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 reports functionally to the Head of Pastry. This position manages the Sous Chef Manager and a team of Pastry Cooks. Directs and participates in the production of all pastry items for Eataly's counters and restaurants Manages the pastry team: hires; schedules; submits payroll; provides feedback and motivation; trains on Italian pastry production, principles and practices; coaches and counsels; handles terminations 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 Communicates with the Executive Chef and Pastry Quality Head on new recipes Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards Performs other duties as required or assigned 6+ years of experience in a high-volume pastry preparation position Knowledge of Italian pastries and techniques Outstanding communication and leadership skills Intermediate computer skills Degree from a post-secondary culinary/pastry arts training program preferred Job Requirements 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

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