Junior Sous Chef (Lunch)

Company DescriptionJUSTIN is an award-winning winery and fine dining establishment in Paso Robles. It's our pleasure to share that The Restaurant at JUSTIN has once again earned a MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star - making it the only winery restaurant in the county to receive both awards for three years in a row. We are proud to be recognized for our sustainability practices, one-of-a-kind dinner experience, and world-class excellence in hospitality.As we strive forward with ambitions to gain and retain more accolades, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef who will be responsible for all culinary dishes that are prepared in their section/ department focus. Because of this, a Jr. Sous Chef must be very knowledgeable about his or her specialty, as well as culinary functions in general. A person in this role must also be very organized and comfortable working in a high-pressure environment.A Jr. Sous Chef must also be able to give orders within their section, as well as reliably carry out orders handed down to them by the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef. A successful Jr. Sous Chef is accepting of constructive criticisms and has a desire to grow one's culinary and professional skill set and that of their team.The work schedule is Thursday - Monday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM). This position is based at our Estate: 11680 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446.Job DescriptionThe Jr. Sous Chef's primary role is to oversee the preparation and cooking of food at The Restaurant at JUSTINThe Jr. Sous Chef will work in all stations for lunch service, manage daily kitchen prep work and station set-up before service, and maintain the highest quality food preparation standardsPreparing, cooking, and presenting culinary dishes; enforcing strict health and hygiene standards in the kitchen; and troubleshooting any problems that may ariseCommunicates with The Farmstead with regards to needed productsSupporting teammates in managing their time, prep, and mentoring the quality and efficiency of workSupporting the ordering and inventory control and ensuring that needed ingredients are orderedTraining lower-level staff in their department and holding them accountableMaintaining organization of walk-ins, dry storage, and other kitchen storage areasWork with the Chef and Chef de Cuisine to create seasonal-appropriate dishesSupports the Restaurant with prep & execution of Events and LunchQualifications2+ years of fine dining culinary experienceExceptional attention to detail and passionate about food and wineCulinary degree preferredServ-Safe CertifiedMust be able to communicate verbally and in writing in EnglishDemonstrated strong ability to work well under pressureAbility to establish direction, obtain commitment and execute appropriate logistical processesComfortable dealing with guests and purveyors on a daily basisMust thrive in a fast-paced working environmentHave a calm and approachable demeanorSuperb time management and organizational skillsPay Range: $26.00 - $29.00 an hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.Additional InformationThriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage, comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future, including:24/7 online physician consultations Virtual mental health resourcesLife coachingEngaging employee community groupsCash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements Library of on-demand fitness videos Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. Building a Healthy Society: We focus on improving the social determinants of a healthy society, quality education and medical care, economic mobility, and a healthy environment to help build thriving communities. Wonderful CSRGiving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. Located in Paso Robles, JUSTIN® Vineyards & Winery was founded in 1981 and is known for crafting world- class wines using Bordeaux grape varieties, including the iconic ISOSCELES® blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The Vineyard estate, located at 11680 Chimney Rock Road, features a Tasting Room, luxury five-star accommodations at the JUST Inn®, and a Restaurant"”making it one of the only wineries on the Central Coast to offer all three options. In September 2018, a new second location, the JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room opened introducing an expansive wine-tasting bar, lounge, and a full dining room that's situated prominently on the square along Downtown City Park in the heart of Paso Robles. In addition to its stellar hospitality, JUSTIN consistently receives top honors around the world, establishing itself as a leader in New World Bordeaux-style winemaking. JUSTIN wines are available through discerning fine wine retailers and restaurants throughout the United States, or directly from the Winery via JUSTIN's Tasting Room, online store or to members of the exclusive JUSTIN Wine Society wine club. To discover more about JUSTIN, visit The Wonderful Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.EEO is the law - click here for more information

Created: 2024-11-08