Lead Pastry Cook (Full-Time) - Eataly Chicago

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace. Each location has its own character and theme, but all share the same mission: for guests to eat authentic Italian food, shop high-quality products, and learn through classes and team knowledge.

About the role

A Lead Pastry Cook supervises and participates in transforming high-quality ingredients into delicious Italian pastries following Eataly’s recipes. Reports to the Pastry Sous Chef and the Pastry Chef.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Pastry Team in preparing pastries, tiramisu, cannoli, cookies, brioches, gelato, and other Italian desserts according to Eataly’s standards
• Follows recipes and complies with portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, and Department of Health regulations
• Washes and cleans all utensils, preparation equipment, and counters required for production
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Requirements

• 2+ years in a pastry preparation position
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic math and measuring skills
• High school diploma or equivalent; degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program preferred
• 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

Pay

USD $24.00–$26.00 hourly

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with match or RRSP
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program