Luxury Banquets Sous Chef - Menu Innovation & Team Lead

Auberge Collection; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection in Napa, California, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine/Sous Chef to serve as the culinary backbone of the kitchen. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences, inspire the team, and uphold the highest standards of quality and innovation in every dish.

You will assist with managing kitchen operations, menu development, and staff training, ensuring food safety, consistency, and guest satisfaction across all five-star dining

Qualifications

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Collaborate to create and refine menus using seasonal ingredients.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff and ensure high productivity and quality.
• Conduct inspections to ensure presentation, taste, and temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, staffing, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create and refine menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients, culinary trends, and guest preferences.
• Oversee food preparation activities, ensuring dishes are prepared according to recipes, quality standards, and food safety regulations.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance on culinary techniques, sanitation practices, and teamwork to maintain high levels of productivity and quality.
• Conduct regular inspections of food items, ensuring proper presentation, taste, and temperature, and addressing any issues or discrepancies promptly.

Skills

Menu planning

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Education

Culinary certificate or degree

Job description

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection in Napa, California, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine/Sous Chef to serve as the culinary backbone of the kitchen. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences, inspire the team, and uphold the highest standards of quality and innovation in every dish.

You will assist with managing kitchen operations, menu development, and staff training, ensuring food safety, consistency, and guest satisfaction across all five-star dining