Catering Sous Chef

2 weeks ago

San Jose, United States Testarossa Winery Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

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. We're proud of our achievements, including over 1,800 wine scores with 90+ points and recognition from the prestigious "Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs."


Why Work With Us?

  • Enjoy 10 paid holidays and accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation annually.
  • Benefit from up to 8+ sick days per year.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (80% covered by Testarossa).
  • Participate in our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
  • Take advantage of Flexible Spending Accounts for both Medical & Dependent Care.
  • Unwind with a complimentary glass of wine post-shift.
  • Receive a 50% discount on wines and additional winery perks.
  • Gain peace of mind with Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Refer new employees and benefit from our Employee Referral Program.
  • Work in a beautiful, historic environment alongside passionate and fun colleagues.


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 on-site kitchen and off-site kitchen teams, ensuring 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, 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.


Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • 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
  • Regular travel required to and from Los Gatos Winery to San Jose Kitchen
  • Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours a week and in excess of 50 hours per week, when necessary

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Company DescriptionTestarossa Winery is a family owned and operated winery, recognized for world class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. At the Historic Novitiate winery in Los Gatos, CA, we offer wine tasting, wine education, an outdoor wine bar, as well as events with in-house catering. Our culinary team expertly pairs menus with our award winning wines for an elevated tasting, social or corporate event experience.Company DescriptionTestarossa Winery is a family owned and operated winery, recognized for world class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. At the Historic Novitiate winery in Los Gatos, CA, we offer wine tasting, wine education, an outdoor wine bar, as well as events with in-house catering. Our culinary team expertly pairs menus with our award winning wines for an elevated tasting, social or corporate event experience.

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