Winery Chefs - Seasonal

Description

OPENING:

Silver Oak Cellars is seeking passionate and talented Chefs to join our acclaimed culinary team for the season. We serve Michelin-inspired, Farm to Table cuisine paired with our iconic wines. Come help shape the future of wine country dining. This is more than a job—it's a chance to work side-by-side with a James Beard Award–winning chef, crafting unforgettable hospitality experiences that celebrate the bounty of the land.

Imagine creating seasonal, locally inspired menus that highlight ingredients from small farms, while cultivating a vibrant estate culinary garden filled with herbs and vegetables. You'll be at the heart of our farm-to-table philosophy, bringing it to life with every dish.

As a seasonal chef, you can work a fixed weekly schedule or pick up random shifts throughout the month. We have flexible shift times and can work with your availability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Participate in food preparation following accepted standards of quality.

· Establish priorities and work independently as well as working as part of the team.

· Skilled knife work.

· Willing to “pitch-in” in all kitchen areas, including dishwashing, cleaning, sweeping, and garbage disposal.

· Having a critical eye on cleanliness and sanitation habits. Key Areas of Kitchen cleanliness and organization include: Ensure all food is off the floor, covered and labeled, shelves are organized. Keep food and supply pantry organized and clean. Ensure hand sinks are clean, filled with soap & paper towels. Ensure sanitizer buckets are filled with sanitized water, towels and located throughout the kitchen. Keep floors swept and debris free.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Prior culinary experience in fine dining highly desired

· Culinary professionals who are passionate about cooking excellent food.

· Culinary School Students are welcome.

· Must have a current CA Food Handlers Safety Certificate.

· Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

· Ability to drive between multiple winery locations for events, as needed.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

· Able to stand for extended periods.

· Perform repetitive motions.

· Physically able to lift to 40 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Busy and open office/kitchen atmosphere.

· Kitchen can be hot and slippery.

· Ability to work with regular distraction.