Sous Chef

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

Job summary

A luxury Napa ranch is seeking a culinary leader to support the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in high-end hospitality, a culinary degree, and a passion for creativity in food preparation. This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire a culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in a Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef role.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Experience at a luxury hospitality property.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create and refine menus.
• Oversee food preparation activities to meet quality standards.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff on culinary techniques.
• Conduct regular inspections of food items.

Skills

Culinary creativity

Leadership skills

Food preparation

Menu creation

Sanitation practices

Education

Culinary Certificate or Degree

Job description

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Company Description

A private Napa Ranch cultivating the future of wellbeing. Stanly Ranch - a land that was established with legacy in mind and furthers its progression now with enlightened 21st century ideals. A vanguard in the movement toward holistic wellbeing, Stanly Ranch empowers an immersive agricultural experience intended to not only revitalize those lucky enough to visit, but to leave them transformed. Guests, owners, and locals alike will be captivated by an active and engaged private ranch lifestyle uniquely curated to nourish the mind, body, and soul through a rare connection to the land and its bounty. For more information: auberge.com/stanly-ranch. Follow Stanly Ranch on Facebook and Instagram @StanlyRanchAuberge.

Job Description

Be the culinary backbone of our kitchen, working closely with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences. With your creative flair and leadership skills, you'll inspire our culinary team, ensuring the highest standards of quality and innovation in every dish we serve.

• 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.
• Salary: $80K

Qualifications

• Culinary Certificate or Degree Preferred.
• Minimum of two years experience in a Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef role.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, according to department needs.
• Experience at a luxury hospitality property.

About Auberge Collection

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. For more information: auberge.com. Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge.

SRGA Resort LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. SRGA Resort LP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SRGA Resort LP complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.