Line Cook

Testarossa Winery; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading winery's culinary team as a Line Cook, where you'll prepare and execute a diverse menu of dishes. Enjoy a beautiful historic work environment while working with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Ideal for those with culinary experience and a passion for teamwork.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with a match!

50% off wine and many more winery discounts!

A relaxing glass of wine after each shift

Paid sick time

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of kitchen experience or equivalent culinary education.
• ServSafe and/or California Food Handlers Certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items at off-site kitchen and assist with culinary tasks.
• Execute menu items at the winery, including plating and buffet items.
• Organize, rotate, and assess inventory levels of food storage areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Proactivity

Sense of Urgency

Education

Culinary Education

Job description

Join our award-winning team at Testarossa Winery, where we create a one-of-a-kind menu blending classic dishes with modern flavors using locally sourced, fresh ingredients. We're proud of our achievements, including over 1,900 wine scores with 90+ points and recognition from the prestigious "Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs." 107 Bistro & Wine Bar at Testarossa Winery is open Wednesday - Sunday for lunch and dinner (12-8pm), with brunch on Sundays (10am), located on a charming historic patio surrounded by lush forest, offering a unique outdoor dining experience for guests and club members.

Benefits we offer

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a match!
• 50% off wine and many more winery discounts!
• A relaxing glass of wine after each shift
• Paid sick time
• Employee referral program
• A beautiful historic work environment with passionate and fun colleagues!

What the 107 Line Cook does

As a Line Cook, you’ll execute salads, entrees, appetizers, and desserts based on the design of the Executive Chef. Your daily tasks may include:

• Preparing menu items at our off-site kitchen and assisting with other culinary tasks
• Executing menu items at the winery, including plating salads, entrees, appetizers, desserts, and buffet items as designed by the Chef de Cuisine
• Setting up, breaking down, and cleaning, including food transport from catering van
• Organizing, rotating, and assessing inventory levels of food storage areas
• Working efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• At least 1 year of kitchen experience or equivalent culinary education
• ServSafe and/or California Food Handlers Certification
• Safe knife skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team, be proactive, have a sense of urgency, a positive attitude, and effective communication skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Availability to work 3 days per week between Thursday and Monday
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching during shifts
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Handling sharp and hot tools regularly
• Use of cleaning chemicals frequently
• Driving to/from the offsite kitchen in San Jose to the winery in Los Gatos, as needed