Are you passionate about the culinary arts and ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Sous Chef for a winery restaurant to support kitchen operations for daily service and winery/private events. Reporting to the Culinary Director & Estate Chef, you’ll work alongside a team of professionals committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences, combining locally inspired ingredients with innovative techniques. If you take pride in your ability to maintain high standards of quality and excellence while managing the demands of a busy kitchen, we want to hear from you!
Duties of the Sous Chef:
- Maintain compliance with all Food Safety Regulations and standards.
- Assist with daily kitchen preparation, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
- Support the team during service by executing recipes and plating dishes with precision and attention to detail.
- Help with food delivery and bussing tasks as needed.
- Deliver outstanding customer service during guest interactions.
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, sanitized, and organized, including work surfaces, equipment, fridges, freezers, and shelves.
- Take responsibility for dishwashing duties throughout the day to support kitchen operations.
Requirements of the Sous Chef:
- A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef.
- Capable of reading and accurately executing recipes.
- Proficient in safely operating kitchen equipment and tools.
- Possess basic knife skills and cooking knowledge (e.g., sautéing, frying, baking, braising, blanching).
- Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Demonstrate a professional appearance and demeanor.
- Exhibit strong time management skills and dependability.
- Ability to multitask and collaborate effectively with team members.
- Exhibit honest, professional communication and a commitment to teamwork.
- Availability to meet scheduling needs, including evenings, weekends, events, and holidays as required.
Schedule:
The anticipated work schedule is Thursday – Monday, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with some variability to meet kitchen and business needs.
Pay Range:
$23.00 - $27.00/hour, depending on skills and experience.
