food service worker

The Head Chef directs the culinary team's daily activities in accordance with Eataly's policies and objectives to ensure guest satisfaction, profitability, and a positive, productive and compliant work environment.Reports directly the Store Director and functionally to the Area Executive Chef. Oversees the entire Back of House team of the store.Directs employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminationsCollaborates closely with the Area Executive Chef and the store team to plan and execute seasonal menus in the restaurantsPartners interdepartmentally with the store senior leadership team and with corporate to executive initiatives, plan special events and share informationEnsures that the Back of House team consistently and meticulously updates virtual menus to manage the difference between theoretical and actual marginCombines financial acumen and attention to operational details, creating an environment that emphasizes the importance of striving for excellence; where the team is proud of our brand, high standards and appearanceObserves food production and samples food to ensure compliance with recipes and standardsReviews financial information, such as sales costs and labor, to ensure efficient operationsManages inventory and procurement: estimates needs, places orders, receives and checks deliveriesInforms front of house personnel of menu changes, specials and shortagesDocuments, investigates, escalates and resolves all employee and guest incidentsPerforms other duties as required or assigned Qualifications6+ years of chef experience, including 3+ years of management experience Strong understanding of Italian cuisineExcellent communication, leadership, motivational and team-building skills Knowledge of kitchen equipment and procedures, safety and sanitation regulationsAdvanced computer skillsBachelor's Degree or degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program highly preferredJOB REQUIREMENTSAvailability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidaysAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, standing or walking in a restaurant environmentAbility to operate commercial equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc.Additional InformationBenefits and PerksMedical, Dental, Vision InsurancePaid Time OffPaid Parental Leave401K with match or RRSPBonus programFree family meal dailyDiscounts at EatalyClasses on products and Italian cuisineReferral bonus programand 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.Company DescriptionEataly is the world's largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme ? but all with the same aim... for our guests to:EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go countersSHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade productsLEARN through our classes and our team's product knowledgeIf you are interested in joining our team and can be flexible with your job search timeline, we'd be happy to receive your application! We are looking for candidates with mobility and interest in growth, as we continue to open in maj Location Ottawa , ON Work location On site Salary $ 14.00 to $ 20.00 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Starts as soon as possible Source CareerBeacon #1837865 Various locations Ottawa, ON