Estate Head Chef: Fine-Dining & Wine Pairings

Williamson Wines; Healdsburg (CA); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Williamson Wines in Healdsburg, CA, seeks a Head Chef to lead culinary operations for estate tastings, lunches and epicurean dinners. You will supervise kitchen staff, design refined menus and ensure flawless service that complements our wines.

The Head Chef will collaborate with the Executive Chef and hospitality team to deliver high-quality, consistent dining experiences across private tastings, lunches and corporate events. Evening and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training through a culinary school, apprenticeship or recognized professional training program.
• Professional experience in a quality restaurant, fine-dining kitchen, private dining operation or comparable setting.
• Strong skills in cooking, seasoning, sauces, proteins, vegetables and plating.
• Experience preparing and serving multi-course meals.
• Ability to organize kitchen work and direct other cooks.
• Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• Availability for evening and weekend services.

Responsabilités

• Lead food preparation for scheduled estate wine tastings.
• Prepare refined small plates designed to complement the wines.
• Coordinate preparation and service timing with hospitality staff.
• Announce each dish to guests at time of service.
• Adapt approved menus for guest counts and dietary requirements.
• Maintain a calm, professional kitchen throughout service.

Connaissances

Culinary leadership

Formal culinary training

Professional kitchen experience

Food safety certification

Timing under pressure

Description du poste

Williamson Wines in Healdsburg, CA, seeks a Head Chef to lead culinary operations for estate tastings, lunches and epicurean dinners. You will supervise kitchen staff, design refined menus and ensure flawless service that complements our wines.

The Head Chef will collaborate with the Executive Chef and hospitality team to deliver high-quality, consistent dining experiences across private tastings, lunches and corporate events. Evening and weekend work is required.