Summary of Open Position

Silver Oak Cellars seeking chefs with fine-dining experience to join our Culinary Team at our Sonoma County and Napa County locations. We serve Michelin-inspired, Garden to Table cuisine paired with Silver Oak and Twomey wines. Ideal candidates should be committed to excellence, and passionate about cooking delicious food.   As a variable hour chef, you can work a fixed weekly schedule or pick up random shifts throughout the month. We have flexible shift times and can work with your schedule.

Silver Oak & Twomey Cellars has a mandatory vaccination policy, which requires all of our employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the company.

ABOUT US
“We have yet to make our best bottle of wine.” This philosophy of constant improvement at Silver Oak and Twomey applies to everyone and everything we do, from grape to glass, production to sales and marketing. We live and breathe a company culture focused on a healthy work-life balance, positive thinking, collaboration, going above and beyond, education, safety and a sense of curiosity. Working at Silver Oak and Twomey comes with many benefits, but none as great as coming to work and feeling valued as a member of the family. Full time employment offers a competitive benefit and healthcare package.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to ensure the kitchen is running smoothly and efficiently. 
• Participate in food preparation following accepted standards of quality. 
• Establish priorities and work independently as well as working as part of the team. 
• Skilled knife work.
• Willing to “pitch-in” in all kitchen areas, including dishwashing, cleaning, sweeping, and garbage disposal. 
• Having a critical eye on cleanliness and sanitation habits. Key Areas of Kitchen cleanliness and organization include: Ensure all food is off the floor, covered and labeled, shelves are organized. Keep food and supply pantry organized and clean. Ensure hand sinks are clean, filled with soap & paper towels. Ensure sanitizer buckets are filled with sanitized water, towels and located throughout the kitchen. Keep floors swept and debris free.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Culinary School Students highly desired.
• Professionals who are passionate about cooking excellent food.
• Must have a current CA Food Handlers Safety Certificate.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to drive between multiple winery locations for events.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Able to stand for extended periods.
• Perform repetitive motions.
• Physically able to lift to 40 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Busy and open office/kitchen atmosphere.
• Kitchen can be hot and slippery.
• Ability to work with regular distraction.

The above reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.