Sous Chef - Nk'Mip Cellars

Arterra Wines Canada; Osoyoos; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on wine

Comprehensive training

Wine pairing events

Sales incentives

Discounts at Arterra winery locations

Job summary

Nk’Mip Cellars in Osoyoos, BC is seeking a Sous Chef to help craft dining experiences that complement our award-winning wines. You will contribute from arrival to memorable departure, supporting guests with exceptional service and culinary excellence.

You will oversee staffing, assist in seasonal menu development, and ensure efficient day-to-day operations with strong food and wine pairing knowledge. This role offers growth in a premier Indigenous-owned winery setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of culinary experience.
• Red Seal Certification is an asset.
• Food Safe Certification required.
• Excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal & communications skills.
• Ability to multitask and has strong attention to detail.
• Open availability for scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Monitor culinary staffing levels and stock levels.
• Communicate respectfully with direct and indirect reports.
• Assist in development and execution of seasonal menus and events.
• Understand of food and wine pairings.
• Understand and execute organizational systems to ensure efficiency of day-to-day operations.

Skills

Culinary experience

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Open availability

Education

Red Seal Certification

Food Safe Certification

Job description

NK’MIP CELLARS – SOUS CHEF

LOCATION: Osoyoos, BC

STATUS: FT Regular

Hourly COMPENSATION: $25- $28/hour plus % of team gratuity program, Health Benefits, Company Pension Plan

ABOUT US

Nk’Mip Cellars, North America’s premier Indigenous-owned winery, proudly showcases award-winning BC VQA wines in the stunning South Okanagan. Join our team and contribute to the unique story of this legendary winery through exceptional guest experiences.

Our mission is simple – to build brands people love. In fact, seven of the top 20 brands in Canada are proudly part of the Arterra Wines Canada family: Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Sawmill Creek, Wallaroo Trail, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Ruffino and Kim Crawford. We have more than 140 years of experience in the Canadian wine industry, with five estate wineries across the country and over 1,700 acres of premium vineyards. We own and operate 164 Wine Rack retail stores in Ontario and sell wine kits and products for winemaking through our RJS Craft Winemaking business.

OPPORTUNITY

As the Sous Chef at Sweetgrass, you play a crucial role in crafting the dining experience our guests will cherish. From their arrival, you contribute to creating lasting memories by delivering an exceptional experience that complements our award-winning wines.

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitoring culinary staffing levels and stock levels.
• Communicating respectfully with direct and indirect reports.
• Assist in development and execution of seasonal menus and events.
• Understanding of food and wine pairings.
• Understanding and execution of organizational systems to ensure efficiency of day-to-day operations.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 3 Years of previous culinary experience
• Red Seal Certification an asset
• Food Safe Certification
• Excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal & communications skills
• Ability to multitask and has strong attention to detail
• Open availability for scheduling

WHY JOIN US?

• Work in a picturesque resort setting with some of the most stunning vineyard and lake views in the Okanagan.
• Enjoy staff discounts on wine, comprehensive training, food and wine pairing events, and excellent sales incentives.
• Staff discounts on wine at all Arterra Wines Canada winery locations.
• Benefit from flexible scheduling for both full-time and part-time staff.
• Join our team at Nk’Mip Cellars and contribute to the magic that happens when our wines are shared and enjoyed.
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be your best self in serving our guests.

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

We have our pulse on viticulture and its latest innovations and most importantly, an understanding of what Canadian consumers are looking for in a bottle of wine.