Mozzarella Maker (Deli Department - Full-Time) - Eataly Toronto

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

A Mozzarella Maker is responsible for making fresh Mozzarella according to Eataly’s authentic Italian recipe. Reports to the Salumi and Formaggi Manager.

• Utilizes fresh mozzarella curd to heat, stretch by hand, and make housemade mozzarella and other pasta filata offerings fresh daily, according to Eataly recipes
• Engages all senses: tastes, smells, feels, listens and observes all characteristics of each batch to maintain and elevate quality
• Records daily the weight of ingredients used, batch sizes, and amounts transferred to other outlets
• Makes variations in time cycles and ingredients used as necessary for succeeding batches
• Cares for and handles products with careful attention to quality control and waste management
• Weighs, packages and labels mozzarella lab offerings
• Stocks display refrigerators neatly, accurately and in a timely manner
• Provides guest service and information on mozzarella-making process to guests
• Cleans work station thoroughly following food safety best practices
• Ensures collateral supplies are in stock and being utilized properly in the lab
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• Basic math skills
• Good communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Previous cheese making and/or food production experience preferred
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Job Requirements

• Availability to work a flexible schedule including 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 work within a kitchen production environment and use commercial kitchen equipment

Compensation

• Compensation for this role is CAD $18.00-$19.00 hourly
• This position has been posted to fill a current vacancy

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

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

Eataly is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of a prohibited ground enumerated by the Ontario Human Rights Code (e.g. race, colour, creed (religion), place of origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity), sexual orientation, age, family status, or disability).  Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these prohibited grounds.  Eataly welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. Further, it is Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable provincial and federal laws regarding background and criminal record checks in making hiring decisions.