Head Chef - Eataly West Palm Beach

Company: Eataly North America
Location: West Palm Beach
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company 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 Job Description The Head Chef oversees all back of house operations for the multiple restaurants and kitchens at an Eataly location, ensuring quality standards and financial goals are consistently met. Reports directly to the Director of Store Operations. Manages the Chef de Cuisine team. Directs and organizes the back of house strategy to maximize profitability and quality Leads a team of Chef de Cuisines to drive success in their individual outlets Develops recipes and menus focused on Italian authenticity, seasonality and high-quality ingredients Partners interdepartmentally with the store senior leadership team and with corporate to executive initiatives, plan special events and share information Analyzes financial data, builds a budget, and develops strategies aimed at increasing efficiencies and profit Collaborates closely with the GM, Restaurants to create a seamless and efficient restaurant experience Prepares updates on the success of restaurants for senior and corporate leadership Participates in employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations Documents, investigates and resolves employee and guest incidents Performs other duties as required or assigned Qualifications 7 years of chef experience, including 5 years of management experience In-depth understanding of Italian cuisine Exceptional communication, leadership, motivational and team-building skills Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, analytical and business management skills Knowledge of kitchen equipment and procedures, safety and sanitation regulations Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook Bachelor’s Degree or degree from a post-secondary culinary arts training program highly preferred Job Requirements Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, standing or walking in a restaurant environment Ability to operate commercial equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc. Availability to travel up to 10% of the time Additional Information 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! Compensation: $100K-$110K

Keywords: Eataly North America, North Lauderdale , Head Chef - Eataly West Palm Beach, Hospitality & Tourism , West Palm Beach, Florida