Executive Chef - Robert Mondavi Winery

Constellation Brands • Oakville, CA

2d

About The Position

Robert Mondavi Winery is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic & highly self-motivated leader to join our culinary team as Executive Chef. Candidates will need to display top-tier culinary creativity, technical ability and great business acumen, excellent communication skills, and a drive for training and developing their team, as well as possessing a strong work ethic. This individual will have culinary oversight of the Robert Mondavi Winery.

Requirements

• We are looking for candidates with a solid knowledge of food and beverage operations, and a proven track record of High-Level Kitchen Management as well as experience managing multiple concepts.
• elite communication skills; written, verbal, and electronic
• At least 5 years of executive kitchen management and operational experience with a diverse culinary background and a proven track record in full-service, high-volume, and event-based kitchens.
• Strong events background; systems, software fluency, and execution of planning and day of events
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience is preferred
• Required to hold a current Serv Safe Managers Certification
• Financial acumen: developing COGS line, understanding budgets, forecasting, and inventory management.
• Requires attention to detail and high-pressure problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Experience with Microsoft Suite preferred.
• Must be able to move up to 55 lbs
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Lifting may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the selection, training, development, and evaluation of employees and managers in kitchens, through effective management and leadership.
• Adopt and display commitment to the overall culinary branding strategy of Robert Mondavi.
• Working in complete partnership with FOH leadership and exhibiting high levels of communication, joint problem-solving driving towards best practices, and being solution-based with key hospitality leaders.
• Builds and maintains a cooperative and inclusive culture across the kitchen team, while maintaining quality, fostering respect, and encouraging creativity.
• Plan and developing seasonal menus for businesses considering factors such as product availability & seasonality, food cost, and business volume.
• Control labor and operating expenses through effective planning, budgeting, and purchasing decisions.
• Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by local, state, and federal regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and related areas.
• Set up control systems to ensure quality and consistency of food preparation.
• Working collaboratively with FOH with wine and culinary pairings to innovate and create branded experiences.
• Monitoring all scheduling of all kitchen team members to ensure weekly business fluctuation demands are met.
• Participation in all food-related Marketing & PR opportunities
• Attend regular strategic and operational meetings with the hospitality team.

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees