Sous Chef|Farm Restaurant

We are looking for creative and passionate chefs, with desire to reach for the stars. Candidates for the sous chef position have at least 5 years’ experience in a similar role in a Michelin rated, or luxury resort restaurant. This position in the kitchen is one for a leader, who strives to motivate and inspire their team every day. Our next sous chef will be someone who aspires do better every single day.

Our goal is to deliver the best experience, from the moment our guests step through the door. We teach the importance of culture and respect, and we build a family like atmosphere within our team. Every guest should feel at home, and so should you. It is up to us as managers to ensure this.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years culinary experience, with adept knowledge in the many facets of the kitchen
• Food handlers certification in compliance with state requirements
• Ability to work well in high stress situations
• Proficiency in organization, multi-tasking, prioritization, and knife skills
• Ability to work an entire 10 hour shift
• Ability to work on weekends and holidays
• Stand for periods of 10 hours
• Understand guest inquiries and provide clear, concise responses.
• Be an ambassador of our property, representing all of our values and goals
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written English.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a bonus
• Work cohesively with other departments and co-workers as part of a team.
• Focus attention on details.
• Maintain confidentiality of all guests and hotel information.
• Lift 30lbs
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and organized work environment
• Consistently prepare exceptional quality food, according to recipes, guest orders, and direction from the Chef, adhering to production, portioning, and presentation standards
• Maintain a daily inventory of all product
• Prep mise en place, order, and allocate all items as needed to ensure successful service
• Strictly adhere to all food safety standards
• Be skilled in utilizing kitchen equipment, how to clean it, and store it
  • Fryer, pizza oven, wood burning grill, induction range and other cookware
  • Mixer, slicer, immersion blender, vitamix, food processor, etc.
• Listen and communicate effectively at all times during your shift
• Work respectfully and cohesively with other team members
• Full understanding of labor standards, and how to adjust due to occupancy
• Full understanding of ordering, taking inventory, and assessing needs based on business levels

Although there's plenty to do in the Napa Valley Wine Country, many of our guests find that once they're here, they don't want to leave. One of the best Napa Valley resorts, Carneros Resort and Spa makes it easy to settle in and relax, offering everything you need for a self-contained vacation.

The Carneros Resort and Spa's design was based on cues from the local countryside - including barns, silos and ranchers' cottages – combined with stylish resort accommodations and modern interiors to capture the region's distinct charm as well as the needs of our sophisticated guests.Our Guests choose from one of our 86 luxurious cottages, 10 perfectly appointed two-bedroom suites or expansive 2 and 3 bedroom homes.

Relax at our infinity edge adult pool and hot tub overlooking the rolling hills and vineyards of Carneros or our family pool area with an elevated deck with shade trellis infinity edge lap swimming pool, children’s pool, hot tub and Snack Shack.

Once you've settled in at Carneros Resort and Spa, you may never want to leave. Luckily, you don't have to, with an abundance of Napa Valley dining options located right on the premises.

Our Executive Chef takes full advantage of the finest local, organic, and sustainably raised ingredients. Our culinary garden allows us to pick the freshest ingredients right on our grounds, and we craft our own breads, pastries, and charcuteries. What we don’t make or grow onsite, we try to source within a 150-mile radius of the Resort for the ultimate in flavor and freshness.

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan