The Salumi and Formaggi (SAFO) Manager oversees the day to day operations of the SAFO department. The SAFO Manager ensures quality control through production and ensures the team is fully versed and knowledgeable about Italian cuisine, meats and cheeses to provide product recommendations.Reports to the Operations General Manager and to the Fresh Market Manager. Reports functionally to the Head of Salumi and Formaggi, Eataly North America.  Supervises and motivates the team to increase sales, efficiency, and work positively and professionallyManages stock levels and product purchases under the umbrella of Eataly’s buying programAssists in ordering supplies and merchandise as neededCommunicates with main production kitchen as well as all restaurants to ensure that all orders are fulfilledProduces and supervises various cuts of meats and cheesesManages production schedule to achieve maximum efficiencyEnsures department is meeting quality, health and safety standardsCommunicates any technical or mechanical issues to the appropriate departmentDevelops staff through effective training, coaching and feedback on performanceAssists with employee hiring, assignment, training, payroll, scheduling, evaluations and terminationsDocuments, investigates and resolves employee and guest incidentsPerforms other duties as required or assigned
