Pastry Sous Chef - FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Eataly North America

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San Jose, CA, us on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 24, 2026 Last posted February 24, 2026
Job description

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, cafés and to-go counters
  • SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
  • LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge

If 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 major cities across North America

The Pastry Sous Chef oversees the production of all pastries for an Eataly, including: Italian pasticcini, cakes, desserts, cookies, candies and other dolci. Reports directly to the Executive Chef and Pastry Chef de Cuisine; manages a pastry team of about 10 employees.

  • Supervises and participates in the production of all pastry items for Eataly’s counters and restaurants
  • Assists in managing the pastry team: schedules; submits payroll; provides feedback and motivation; trains on Italian pastry production, principles and practices; coaches and counsels
  • Verifies all foods prepared meet quality standards in terms of portion size, flavor, texture and consistency
  • Produces decorative centerpieces and special orders
  • Orders and requisitions all supplies for the pastry shop
  • Maintains a clean and sanitary food production area according to Department of Health standards
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned
  • 4+ years of experience in a high-volume pastry preparation position
  • Knowledge of Italian pastries and techniques
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Degree from a post-secondary culinary/pastry arts training program preferre
  • Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings and weekends
  • 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 a burning oven, commercial stand mixer and other pastry baking equipment

Compensation: This position pays an annual salary of $65k - $75k.

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!

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.

About this role

Summary

Oversee pastry production, supervise team, ensure quality, manage supplies, and perform pastry duties.

Job title

Pastry Sous Chef - FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Experience level

4+ years

Industry

food and beverage

Location requirements

must be onsite in San Jose, CA, US; flexible with job search timeline

Salary

$65k - $75k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

pastry productionitalian pastriesteam managementfood safetyintermediate computer skills

Preferred skills

culinary degree

Specializations

pastryitalian pastriesdessertsbaking techniques
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

On-site City