Wine-Paired Sous Chef & Menu Innovator

Constellation Brands; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Constellation Brands seeks a Sous Chef to collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine in Oakville, CA, crafting food that complements our wine portfolio. The position covers meal prep, service execution, and sanitation, with a focus on pairing dishes with CWUS wines at winery events.

The role requires 2+ years in a professional kitchen, culinary training, and ServSafe certification. Expect outdoor/indoor work, energetic environment, and opportunities to lead kitchen staff during tastings and events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a professional kitchen.
• Current Food Handlers or ServSafe certificate.
• Ability to prepare meals with regard to timing and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Provide food preparation duties as assigned by Chef de Cuisine.
• Assist with delivery and/or pickup of food/event supplies as needed.
• Maintain recipes and menus for hospitality guests and events.
• Develop, test, and implement new recipes to pair with CWUS wines.
• Dishwashing and kitchen cleaning duties as assigned.
• Inventory kitchen supplies monthly.
• Ensure kitchen safety and sanitation standards are met.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of meals, tastings, and events.
• Stock wines at venues.
• Supervise temporary or on-call kitchen staff.

Skills

Culinary skills

English communication

Time management

Decision making

Safety & sanitation

Education

Culinary Academy degree recommended

Food Handlers or ServSafe certificate

Job description

Constellation Brands seeks a Sous Chef to collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine in Oakville, CA, crafting food that complements our wine portfolio. The position covers meal prep, service execution, and sanitation, with a focus on pairing dishes with CWUS wines at winery events.

The role requires 2+ years in a professional kitchen, culinary training, and ServSafe certification. Expect outdoor/indoor work, energetic environment, and opportunities to lead kitchen staff during tastings and events.