ABOUT THE RESORT

Dawn Ranch is a natural preserve and boutique hotel destination nestled riverside at the edge of Guerneville in Sonoma’s wine-rich Russian River Valley. The cottage-style hotel and event venue offer an authentic, historic, and unique Sonoma wine country escape among 22 acres of ancient giant redwoods, native meadows, and vintage apple trees. The hotel also features unique wellness experiences including a premium spa which offers outdoor baths, massages, and body treatments. Other activities include yoga, meditation, and perfume-making. Dawn Ranch’s food program balances elevated cuisine with casual excellence, from fine dining at the Lodge overseen by Chef Fernando Trocca to picnics overlooking the roiling Pacific Ocean. Local ingredients from the fertile valley make our varied cuisine an emerging staple of Northern California fare. Dawn Ranch is the perfect destination to co-create luxury and inspiration in Sonoma.

ABOUT THE ROLE AND WHAT WE OFFER

Dawn Ranch is seeking an experienced and talented Event and banquet Chef to lead our kitchen operations at Dawn Ranch during events! This role will ensure the successful execution of culinary excellence for events and banquets. Our ideal candidate will be a seasoned cook with kitchen management experience and strong attention to detail, who will not only bring culinary expertise but will also uphold high standards in food preparation. Reporting to the Executive Chefs, The Event Chef is responsible for the safe and successful operation of banquets and events, and kitchen staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Oversee and lead the culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences or events and banquets, providing exceptional service and ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Providing hands-on involvement in cooking, food preparation, and quality control when necessary.
• Outside of events, will regularly work as part of the restaurant kitchen team preparing for service and cooking during breakfast and/or dinner services.  
• Must always ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards in all kitchen activities.
• Be able to stand, sit, bend, lift, carry, kneel, and work in a fast-paced environment for long periods.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Stay updated on menu and client options that meet their requirements and event preferences.
• Responsible for ordering and maintaining inventory levels to ensure kitchen readiness for events.
• Implement cost-effective strategies for procurement without compromising quality.
• Conduct regular quality checks to maintain the highest quality culinary standards.
• Schedule and delegate tasks effectively and efficiently to event staff to provide a successful event.
• Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple events simultaneously or in one day.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in kitchen management, with a focus on events and banquets.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience as a line cook with management experience.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a high-pitched culinary environment.
• Flexible schedule to oversee events as they come in.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Company is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Company are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Company will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages applicants of all ages.