Chef / Kitchen Manager

The Greater BoerneChamber of Commerce; Boerne (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Hill & Bach Cellars in Boerne, TX is seeking a Chef / Kitchen Manager to own daily kitchen operations, execute the menu, ensure food safety, and oversee inventory as the winery prepares to open its new Boerne experience.

This hands-on, part-time role emphasizes organization, collaboration with the Hill & Bach team, and flexibility to support private events, wine club activities, and guest service.

Qualifications

• Valid Manager Food Handler Card required.
• Experience as chef, sous chef, kitchen manager, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation and health rules.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Able to own kitchen operations and work independently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Hospitality-minded and comfortable with guests.
• Flexible schedule for prep, service, weekends, events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and preparation
• Prepare tapas, light plates, and other menu items with consistency and quality
• Maintain kitchen compliance and ensure health, safety, sanitation requirements are met
• Manage kitchen organization, inventory, ordering, and food costs
• Maintain and execute our established menu
• Keep the menu fresh with seasonal updates and specials
• Help prepare for private events, wine club events, and other programming
• Work collaboratively with the Hill & Bach team
• Support guest experience, including pouring wine and assisting guests

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

Teamwork

Guest interaction

Attention to detail

Job description

Hill & Bach Cellars | Boerne, TX

Hill & Bach Cellars is seeking a Chef / Kitchen Manager to take ownership of our kitchen operations as we prepare to open our new winery experience in Boerne. This is a hands-on role responsible for daily and weekly kitchen preparation, menu execution, food safety, inventory, and maintaining a clean and compliant kitchen. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, collaborative, and passionate about both food and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and preparation
• Prepare tapas, light plates, and other menu items with consistency and quality
• Maintain kitchen compliance and ensure all health, food safety, and sanitation requirements are met
• Manage kitchen organization, inventory, ordering, and food costs
• Maintain and execute our established menu
• Keep the menu fresh with thoughtful seasonal updates and occasional specials
• Help prepare for private events, wine club events, and other special programming
• Work collaboratively with the Hill & Bach team
• Support the guest experience when needed, including pouring wine and assisting guests

Qualifications

• Valid Manager Food Handler Card required
• Previous professional kitchen experience in a chef, sous chef, kitchen manager, or similar role
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health department requirements
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Ability to take ownership of kitchen operations and work independently
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Hospitality-minded and comfortable interacting with guests
• Flexible schedule based on kitchen prep needs, service hours, weekends, and special events

About Hill & Bach Cellars

Hill & Bach Cellars is building a welcoming winery experience in Boerne where wine, food, events, and hospitality come together. This is an opportunity to join our team as we establish and grow our food program and help create the guest experience we want Hill & Bach to be known for.

Position: Part-Time, with potential for Full-Time Location: Boerne, TX

Compensation: Competitive and based on experience