Chef, Sous (Arch & Tower)

Position Summary

The Sous Chef works closely with the Chef de Cuisine to create and execute outstanding food that shows the wines well. They are responsible for various kitchen duties including food and meal preparation, execution of service, and cleaning tasks as assigned.

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 to be served to hospitality guests and at events as assigned by winery chef

Regularly develop, test, and implement new recipes to pair with CWUS wines.

Provide dishwashing and kitchen cleaning duties as assigned by Chef de Cuisine

Inventory kitchen supplies on a monthly basis

Ensures kitchen is maintained at a safety and health standard consistent with the standard of CWUS

Assist with setting up and breaking down of meal service, tastings, and events

Assist with stocking of wines at all venues

Assist with cleaning projects as assigned

Assist other CBUS properties as required

Assist in supervising temporary or on-call kitchen Help in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 2 years experience in a professional kitchen

Degree from an established Culinary Academy recommended

Current Food Handlers or ServSafe Certificate

Must have culinary skills

Must know and understand meal preparation with regard to timing and logistics

Solid organizational and time management skills

Must make decisions with good judgment and maturity

Effective written and verbal English skills

Must have knowledge of state and federal laws concerning safety, sanitation, and cross-contamination and must abide by these laws

Must be creative and motivated about food and wine pairings

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Work Environment:

Works outdoors/indoors

Works in warm/cold climates

Works in high places

Works on wet surfaces

Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals

Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic

Must be able to move up to 55 lbs

Primary office environment may be tasting room/barrel room

Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Lifting may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above information is representative of the work performed in this position; however it is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not exclude it from the position if the work is similar or related to the essential duties and responsibilities.

LocationNapa, California

Additional Locations

Job TypeFull time

Job AreaHospitality & Retail

The salary range for this role is:$25.54 - $39.94

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employees pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

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