Head Chef- Eataly Short Hills (New Store Opening)

Job Description
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 terminations
Collaborates closely with the Area Executive Chef and the store team to plan and execute seasonal menus in the restaurants
Partners interdepartmentally with the store senior leadership team and with corporate to executive initiatives, plan special events and share information
Ensures that the Back of House team consistently and meticulously updates virtual menus to manage the difference between theoretical and actual margin
Combines financial acumen and attention to operational details, creating an environment that emphasizes the importance of striving for excellence;
where the team is proudof our brand, high standards and appearance
Observes food production and samples food to ensure compliance with recipes and standards
Reviews financial information, such as sales costs and labor, to ensure efficient operations
Manages inventory and procurement:
estimates needs, places orders, receives and checks deliveries
Informs front of house personnel of menu changes, specials and shortages
Documents, investigates, escalates and resolves all employee and guest incidents
Performs other duties as required or assigned