Description:
Join our award-winning team at Testarossa Winery, where we serve up seasonal farm-to-table California cuisine with global influences. Our culinary team is dedicated to excellence, catering to both corporate and social events at the historic Novitiate Winery in Los Gatos, CA. We’re proud of our achievements, including over 1,900 wine scores with 90+ points and recognition from the prestigious “Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs.”

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regular travel required to and from Los Gatos Winery and the San Jose Kitchen
• Ability to work any day of the week, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to stand for long periods of time; 8 hours or more
• Ability to handle repetitive motions of bending, reaching, grasping, kneeling, and lifting
• Handling of hot equipment, sharp tools, etc.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours a week and in excess of 50 hours per week, when necessary
  

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Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar role (catering, fine dining, etc.), with a passion for culinary arts and team leadership.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing outstanding guest experiences

YOUR ROLE AS SOUS CHEF:

As a full-time Sous Chef, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the Executive Chef in all aspects of food production and menu execution for winery events. You’ll lead the operations of our off-site kitchen team in San Jose where the food is prepped, as well as the on-site kitchen team in Los Gatos where we execute the events to ensure top-notch service and culinary delights.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development and recipe creation.
• Manage and train a team of 7-10 cooks, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.
• Oversee inventory, prep lists, and kitchen organization across multiple locations.
• Ensure seamless communication with the Events Department and Culinary Leadership Team.
• Uphold high standards of food service and kitchen sanitation.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar role (catering, fine dining, etc.), with a passion for culinary arts and team leadership.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing outstanding guest experiences.