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Eataly

Sous Chef Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$58.70K - $79.20K/yr

EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafes and to-go counters * SHOP a selection of high ... Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

Eataly

Sous Chef Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$46.70K - $63.10K/yr

EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafes and to-go counters * SHOP a selection of high ... Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

Eataly North America

Sous Chef Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$58.70K - $79.20K/yr

EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters * SHOP a selection of high ... Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

Eataly North America

Sous Chef Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$53.90K - $72.70K/yr

EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters * SHOP a selection of high ... Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

Eataly North America

Sous Chef Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$46.70K - $63.10K/yr

EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters * SHOP a selection of high ... Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

Eataly North America

Sous Chef Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$58.70K - $79.20K/yr

EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters * SHOP a selection of high ... Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

Eataly North America

Sous Chef Manager

Santa Clara, CA

$58.70K - $79.20K/yr

EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters * SHOP a selection of high ... Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

Elephante

SOUS CHEF

Santa Monica, CA

$70K - $75K/yr

Elephante is a coastal Italian restaurant and rooftop destination known for its high-energy ... weekends, and holidays Responsibilities Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen ...

Bambola!

Head Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

If you live and breathe Italian cuisine, thrive on creativity, and lead with passion, this is your ... Flexibility and availability to work combination of day time, evenings, and weekend shifts * Please ...

Elephante

SOUS CHEF

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

... is a coastal Italian restaurant and rooftop destination known for its high-energy atmosphere ... to work nights, weekends, and holidays Responsibilities • Support the Executive Chef in ...

Bambola!

Head Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

If you live and breathe Italian cuisine, thrive on creativity, and lead with passion, this is your ... Flexibility and availability to work combination of day time, evenings, and weekend shifts * Please ...

Bambola!

Head Chef

Boston, MA

If you live and breathe Italian cuisine, thrive on creativity, and lead with passion, this is your ... Flexibility and availability to work combination of day time, evenings, and weekend shifts * Please ...

Élephante

SOUS CHEF

Santa Monica, CA

$70K - $75K/yr

... is a coastal Italian restaurant and rooftop destination known for its high-energy atmosphere ... to work nights, weekends, and holidays Responsibilities • Support the Executive Chef in ...

Élephante

SOUS CHEF

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

... is a coastal Italian restaurant and rooftop destination known for its high-energy atmosphere ... to work nights, weekends, and holidays Responsibilities • Support the Executive Chef in ...

Maggiano's Little Italy

Sous Chef

Tampa, FL

$45.50K - $61.40K/yr

Our scratch-made Italian-American classics and warm, family-style hospitality have made us a ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed * Able to perform essential job ...

Jersey Prime Steakhouse

Sous Chef

Flemington, NJ · On-site

$50.50K - $68.20K/yr

The kitchen is built around prime cuts, classic steakhouse discipline, Italian technique, and ... weekends, and holidays required HOW TO APPLY Apply with your resume. Qualified candidates will be ...

Maggiano's Little Italy

Sous Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

$49.70K - $67.10K/yr

Our scratch-made Italian-American classics and warm, family-style hospitality have made us a ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed * Able to perform essential job ...

Maggiano's Little Italy

Sous Chef

Richmond, VA

$49.50K - $66.80K/yr

Our scratch-made Italian-American classics and warm, family-style hospitality have made us a ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed * Able to perform essential job ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend italian chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Italian Chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Italian Chef, you need expertise in Italian cuisine, strong culinary techniques, and relevant food safety certifications. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale systems, and inventory management tools is typically required. Creativity, time management, and effective communication are essential soft skills for excelling in a dynamic kitchen environment. These skills ensure high-quality dishes, efficient kitchen operations, and a memorable dining experience for guests.

What are some common challenges faced by a Weekend Italian Chef, and how can they be managed effectively?

As a Weekend Italian Chef, one common challenge is managing prep and execution within a shorter, high-traffic work window, especially during busy dining hours. It’s important to prioritize mise en place and coordinate closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service. Adapting quickly to menu changes or special requests is also key, as weekend crowds can be unpredictable. Effective communication and organization help maintain quality, even in a fast-paced environment.

What are Weekend Italian Chefs?

Weekend Italian Chefs are culinary professionals who specialize in preparing Italian cuisine, typically working on weekends in restaurants, catering events, or private homes. They are skilled in creating traditional Italian dishes such as pasta, risotto, pizza, and desserts, often using fresh and authentic ingredients. Their responsibilities may include menu planning, ingredient sourcing, food preparation, and ensuring high standards of taste and presentation. Weekend Italian Chefs may work part-time or freelance, catering to the increased demand for dining and special occasions on weekends.

What is the difference between Weekend Italian Chef vs Part-Time Italian Cook?

AspectWeekend Italian ChefPart-Time Italian Cook
CredentialsCooking certification or culinary training preferredCooking experience or culinary training often required
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, catering events, private homesRestaurants, cafes, catering services
Employer & Industry UsageFrequent in hospitality and private settingsCommon in food service industry, especially part-time roles
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for weekend-specific Italian culinary rolesSeeking part-time Italian cooking positions

The Weekend Italian Chef typically works during weekends, often in private homes or special events, requiring culinary skills and sometimes certifications. The Part-Time Italian Cook usually works fewer hours in restaurants or cafes, focusing on Italian cuisine. Both roles involve cooking Italian dishes but differ mainly in scheduling and work setting.

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Sous Chef Manager

Eataly

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$58.70K - $79.20K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Eataly rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 85 rated restaurants

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, cafes 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 Sous Chef Manager assists the Chef de Cuisine (CDC) in managing the production of high-quality, authentic Italian dishes in one of Eataly's exciting, high-volume, open kitchen restaurants. The Sous Chef Manager is a focused management presence, not only maintaining food quality standards, but also training and inspiring staff at all levels about Eataly's products and services.

Reports to the Chef de Cuisine and manages the kitchen staff.

  • Supports the Sous Chefs in all day-to-day operational needs to deliver Eataly's business, employee, menu and guest service strategies
  • Assists with employee hiring, assignment, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminations
  • Supervises kitchen mise en place (preparation for service) of all stations
  • Participates in menu planning and actively manages food production
  • Trains and works with cooks and sous chefs on the hot line to ensure quality, speed, safety and health standards are consistently met
  • Requisitions and apportions food items and utilizes food surpluses to control food costs
  • Verifies that sanitation and nutrition practices are followed by all employees
  • Informs front of house personnel of menu changes, specials and shortages
  • Documents, investigates, escalates and resolves employee or guest incidents
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
  • 4+ years of back of house experience, including 1+ years of management experience
  • Bachelor's Degree or degree from post-secondary culinary arts program preferred
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Advanced computer skills

Job requirements

  • Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and exert well-paced mobility
  • Ability to spend up to 8 hours standing or walking in a kitchen and restaurant environment
  • Ability to work with commercial equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc.
Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401K with match
  • Bonus program
  • Free family meal daily
  • Discounts at Eataly
  • Classes on products and Italian cuisine
  • Referral bonus program
  • and more!

Pay Range is set $70k - $75k a year

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.

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