Pastry Sous Chef Manager - Eataly Chicago

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace, renowned for delivering an authentic Italian culinary experience through its diverse range of restaurants, cafes, to-go counters, and specialty shops. Unlike traditional chains, each Eataly location possesses its own unique character and theme, united by the shared mission of providing guests with the highest quality Italian foods and products. Guests at Eataly can enjoy authentic Italian dining experiences, shop a carefully curated selection of high-quality Italian, local, and homemade products, and engage in educational opportunities through interactive classes and the knowledgeable team’s expertise. Eataly’s commitment to quality, authenticity, and Italian culinary tradition has made it a treasured destination for food lovers around the globe.

The Pastry Sous Chef role at Eataly is a significant leadership position within the bakery and pastry team. Reporting directly to the Pastry Chef, this hourly position entails managing and overseeing the production of all pastries, including Italian pasticcini, cakes, desserts, cookies, candies, and other traditional dolci specialties. The Pastry Sous Chef will lead a team of around 10 pastry professionals, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality products that meet Eataly’s rigorous standards for flavor, texture, and presentation.

In this role, the Pastry Sous Chef will directly supervise and participate in daily pastry production, maintaining quality control while fostering a motivated and highly skilled team. Key responsibilities include scheduling the pastry team, handling payroll submissions, training team members on Italian pastry techniques and practices, and providing ongoing coaching and feedback. The Pastry Sous Chef is also responsible for ordering and managing pastry supplies, producing decorative centerpieces for special events, and ensuring the food production area complies with health and sanitation regulations.

With a compensation range of $60,000 to $65,000, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for pastry professionals who are passionate about Italian culinary arts and eager to grow their leadership skills in a dynamic, high-volume environment. Eataly values a commitment to excellence, teamwork, and the authentic art of Italian pastry-making, making it an ideal workplace for individuals who wish to contribute to a celebrated brand known worldwide for its artisanal food culture.