Commis Chef: Fast-Paced Prep in a Luxury Winery

Tasting & Tap Room Expo; California (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Far Niente Wine Estates seeks a Commis Chef / Prep Cook to join a luxury winery culinary team. You will support the Executive Chef in daily operations, tastings, and private events, gaining hands-on experience in menu prep and plating while upholding high standards of hospitality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clean professional kitchens, and the chance to develop skills in food preparation, seasonal offerings, and wine pairings within a world-class setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Some culinary experience through work, culinary school, internships, or personal passion is expected.
• Ability to work on your feet throughout the shift and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients for daily menus, tastings, and private events.
• Assist chefs with food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation.
• Learn proper knife skills, cooking techniques, and professional kitchen practices.
• Help create memorable food and wine pairings for guests.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen; label and rotate food per safety standards.
• Set up and break down culinary experiences, tastings, and private events.
• Help care for kitchen equipment and assist with inventory.

Skills

Food safety practices

Knife skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school coursework or certificate

Job description

Far Niente Wine Estates seeks a Commis Chef / Prep Cook to join a luxury winery culinary team. You will support the Executive Chef in daily operations, tastings, and private events, gaining hands-on experience in menu prep and plating while upholding high standards of hospitality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clean professional kitchens, and the chance to develop skills in food preparation, seasonal offerings, and wine pairings within a world-class setting.