Chef Culinary Instructor (Scuola Chef) - Eataly Houston (New Store Opening!) at Eataly

Job description

  Eataly’s on-site cooking school, La Scuola, is a place where people can learn about and experience Italian cuisine through unique cooking classes and private events. The Culinary Instructor oversees programming in La Scuola: teaching, planning, preparing and managing all events.   Reports to the Marketing Manager. Works closely with the Events and Education Team and manages kitchen staff for events. Teaches a wide variety of demonstration and hands-on classes for private and public groups Works and oversees hands-on lunches and dinners including: 3-4 course menus, family-style menus, celebrations and corporate events  Prepares, demonstrates and executes all menu items for La Scuola; most items are savory, but occasionally sweet items will need to be executed Works with Events and Education Manager on monthly class updates to provide seasonal class offerings and incorporate items to showcase other departments  Supervises the production of food items for events in collaboration with back-of-the-house personnel: apportions meats, vegetables and desserts, and utilizes food surpluses to control food costs Oversees kitchen organization and cleanliness of the La Scuola kitchen Informs front-of- house personnel of menu changes, specials, shortages, allergies and dietary restrictions Purchases or submits requisitions for food items, kitchen supplies and equipment Performs other duties as required or assigned   3+ years of cooking experience Working knowledge of kitchen equipment, food production procedures, and safety and sanitation regulations Excellent communication skills and enjoyment of speaking in front of large groups In-depth knowledge of Italian cuisine and culture Job Requirements Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends and holidays 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 knives, hand tools and standard commercial kitchen equipment Food Handler’s License Hourly Rate: $24 - $26 per hour Benefits and Perks Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave 401K with match or RRSP Bonus program Free family meal daily Discounts at Eataly Classes on products and Italian cuisine Referral bonus program and more!