Executive Sous Chef South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

Carter Hospitality Group, LLC; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Flexible schedule

Employee discounts

Job summary

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa in Temecula, CA is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our award-winning culinary team. You will support the Executive Chef, lead a dynamic kitchen staff, and ensure exceptional quality, creativity, and consistency in every dish.

The role emphasizes leadership, menu development, and cost management in a fast-paced resort environment, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of progressive culinary experiences in upscale dining, resorts or fine dining.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of seasonal ingredients, regional cuisine, and wine pairings.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and collaborate with the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, menu development, and culinary innovations.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and sanitation.
• Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to foster a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Oversee food preparations, inventory control, and cost management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Contribute to special events, wine-paired dinners, and seasonal menu offerings.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Wine pairings

Seasonal ingredients

Regional cuisine

Menu development

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, a premier destination in the heart of Temecula Wine Country, is seeking a talented and passionate Executive Sous Chef to join our award-winning culinary team.

As the executive Sous Chef, you'll pay a key leadership role in supporting the Executive Chef with all kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional quality, creativity, and consistency in every dish. You'll help lead a dynamic team dedicated to providing an unforgettable dining experience that complements our renowned wines and unique resort atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Support and collaborate with the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, menu development, and culinary innovations.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and sanitation.
• Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to foster a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Oversee food perparations, inventory control, and cost management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Contribute to special evens, wine-paired dinners, and seasonal menu offerints.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of progressive culinary experiences in upscale dining, resorts or fine dining.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strond understandin fo seasonal ingredients, regional cuisine, and wine pairings.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation: $72,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Established in 2011, Carter Hospitality Group, LLC. is a family-owned hospitality company with 4 hotels and resorts as well as 3 wineries across the United States. Based in Orange County, California, the company manages and owns a portfolio of luxury properties including South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, Temecula, California; Carter Estate Winery and Resort, Temecula California; and Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa, Hill Country, Texas. Carter Hospitality Group also serves as the owner-franchisee for Radisson Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South, Orlando Florida. The company also owns the South Coast Winery in Temecula California, Carter Estate Winery in Temecula California and the Carter Creek Winery in Hill Country, Texas. For More information, visit us at CarterHospitality.com.

Purpose

Enriching lives by crafting exceptional environments and experiences.

Niche

We design, build and care for unique settings where communities thrive and memorable experiences come to life.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.