Executive Chef - Eataly Houston (New Store Opening!)

Executive Chef - Eataly Houston (New Store Opening!)Eataly 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, cafs and to-go countersSHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade productsLEARN through our classes and our team's product knowledgeThe 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 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 assignedQualifications6+ years of chef experience, including 3+ years of management experienceStrong understanding of Italian cuisineExcellent communication, leadership, motivational and team-building skillsKnowledge of kitchen equipment and procedures, safety and sanitation regulationsAdvanced computer skillsBachelor's Degree or degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program highly preferredCompensation: This position pays a base salary of $90,000 - $100,000Benefits 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.