Sous Chef, Crush Ultra Lounge

Pacific Hospitality Group; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Hospitality Group is hiring a Sous Chef for Crush Ultra Lounge at The Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa, California. You will oversee daily food production, manage kitchen staff, and ensure food quality and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of kitchen leadership experience, preferably in high-volume dining. The position offers a salary of $75,000 and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2 years of progressive kitchen leadership experience.
• Experience in high-volume casual dining and event/batch cooking preferred.
• Proven ability to lead in multi-outlet or non-traditional kitchen environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food production for the bowling lounge.
• Supervise, coach, and develop line cooks and prep staff.
• Assist with inventory control and vendor management.
• Coordinate execution of BEOs with front-of-house teams.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety standards

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

## Sous Chef, Crush Ultra LoungeApplylocations: The Meritage Resort & Spa – Napa, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id**Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to long term holds that enable us to grow our business and our team members. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by offering memorable experiences, giving back to our communities and honoring God in all that we do. We are focused on long-term value creation and sustainable growth.****Our Guiding Principles:****Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, & Fulfillment**The salary for this opportunity is $75,000.**Position Summary****What You Will Accomplish****Kitchen Operations & Execution*** Oversee daily food production for the bowling lounge, ensuring quality, consistency, and timeliness* Direct and support food truck operations, including prep, execution, and logistics* Execute and supervise BEOs and large-scale buyouts with attention to detail and timelines* Ensure all food meets company standards for presentation, taste, and portioning**Leadership & Staff Management*** Act as the manager on duty in the absence of salaried chefs* Supervise, coach, and develop line cooks and prep staff* Assist in scheduling based on business volume across multiple outlets* Enforce kitchen policies, safety standards, and sanitation procedures**Administrative & Financial Responsibilities*** Assist with inventory control, ordering, and vendor management* Support food cost management through waste reduction, portion control, and proper ordering* Maintain accurate prep lists and production plans aligned with business needs* Ensure compliance with health department regulations and HACCP guidelines**Event & Multi-Outlet Coordination*** Coordinate execution of BEOs with front-of-house and culinary teams* Lead culinary operations for private events and full venue buyouts* Ensure seamless integration between restaurant and food truck production* Adapt quickly to fluctuating resort occupancy and seasonal demand**What You Will Bring****Qualifications*** 2 years of progressive kitchen leadership experience* Experience in high-volume casual dining and event/batch cooking preferred* Proven ability to lead in multi-outlet or non-traditional kitchen environments (e.g., food trucks, remote kitchens)* Strong organizational and communication skills* Knowledge of food safety standards and cost control practices* Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays-*We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.**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.*### Join Our Team*At Pacific Hospitality Group, we believe in empowering team members as entrepreneurial thinkers who create value through integrity, vision, humility, and personal accountability. Guided by the principles of Principled Entrepreneurship, we foster an environment where individuals are encouraged to challenge the status quo, act with purpose, and take ownership of their impact. We support our team in discovering their unique gifts, continuously growing their capabilities, and contributing meaningfully—not just to our business, but to the lives of our guests, communities, and one another. If you're ready to grow with a team that values fulfillment and humility, start your journey with us—discover the opportunities waiting for you at Pacific Hospitality Group.*