Chef de Cuisine

A new opportunity from BMRS Hospitality Recruitment:

Chef de Cuisine (Lunch Service) for JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery

Acclaimed Michelin and Forbes Five-Star Dining in the Heart of Central Coast Wine Country

**THIS ROLE REQUIRES RELOCATION TO THE PASO ROBLES, CA AREA!!**

The award winning Restaurant at JUSTIN, helmed by Executive Chef Rachel Haggstrom, features a hyper-seasonal dining experience using only the freshest, seasonal ingredients sourced from the property's 26-acre farmstead and local purveyors. Their Michelin Starred and Forbes 5-starred tasting menu is available for dinner 4 nights per week, and promises a deeply hospitality-driven experience that is tailored to ensure each guest leaves feeling full, happy, and cared for. Staunchly committed to sustainability, the restaurant was awarded a Michelin Green Star in 2025, making them the only winery in the nation to have earned both distinctions.

Guests can also enjoy a smaller, farm-to-table inspired menu for lunch and all of their food offerings are geared heavily towards wine pairing. In addition to their esteemed culinary program, JUSTIN’s sprawling Estate features an array of private event spaces, and four bespoke guest rooms that each offer their own breathtaking view of the surrounding vineyards. Seasonal, chef-driven breakfast is included with every stay, rounding out an experience that showcases only the very best of the California Central Coast. In Downtown Paso Robles, conveniently located on the square in city center, is JUSTIN's world class tasting bar that is accompanied by a selection of small bites and chocolate pairings.

Established in 1981 by founder Justin Baldwin, JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery has become widely renowned for their bold, world-class Bordeaux-style blends, and putting Paso Robles wine country on the map. The region’s distinct microclimate paired with soil rich in fossilized limestone produces bold, flavorful grapes that fully express their varietal and character. Their impressive wine library includes their flagship ISOSCELES Bordeaux blend, America’s #1 luxury Cabernet Sauvignon, small-production Reserve releases, and top-rated blends exclusively available for wine members.

JUSTIN is bringing on a Chef de Cuisine to lead the day time culinary programming, which encompasses lunch service at the Estate, supporting the downtown tasting room, and a small breakfast service. Candidates will have access to a working with a world class team and ingredients, including local farms and an on-site farmstead. The a la carte lunch menu highlights the local bounty, with a focus on wine tasting. The team is looking for an organized Chef de Cuisine who brings a great attitude, hands-on mentality, and collaborative mindset. The crew works closely together between lunch and dinner service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys scratch cooking, seasonal adjustments, and leading a tight-knit team in one of California’s most exciting food and wine destinations. Ideal candidates will come from an extensive background in acclaimed restaurants, with a priority towards Michelin Starred backgrounds. Consideration to be given towards James Beard, World’s 50 Best, and Forbes 5 star experience.

**THIS ROLE REQUIRES RELOCATION TO THE PASO ROBLES, CA AREA!!**

Compensation Package Includes:

• Base Salary in the $90-120k range DOE
• Bonus Potential
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• 401k with Company Match
• VERY Competitive PTO Plan
• Relocation Assistance

Please do not reach out to JUSTIN Winery or Restaurant directly. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

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Brad Metzger Restaurant Solutions (BMRS), a Southern California based Hospitality Recruitment and Placement firm, has established relationships with and represents the most acclaimed independent fine dining restaurants in the U.S., celebrity chef restaurant groups, casual restaurant companies, luxury hotels, country clubs and distinguished private chef clients. www.restaurant-solutions.com