Executive Chef

Napa Valley Wine Train, a Noble House Experience • Napa, CA

14d • $125,000 - $130,000

About The Position

WE ARE
Work in Paradise! Join the team at the Napa Valley Wine Train, a historic experience and iconic excursion that has been a cornerstone of Napa’s Wine Country for over 30 years.
As Director of Wine & Retail you’ll be empowered to uphold and execute the timeless legacy of the Wine Train—delivering world-class hospitality leading operations for our retail department.
A Day in the Life
The Executive Chef, you are responsible for directing and overseeing the culinary/heart of-the-house operations for all of Napa Valley Wine Train experiences. You will develop and plans menus considering members, guests, marketing conditions, costs, and other applicable factors and oversee its execution among the culinary team.

Requirements

• Culinary degree from a central accredited culinary institute or equivalent
• 6-8 years of proven culinary experience in a banquet hotel, resort, and/or fine dining establishment
• Minimum 4 years in a leadership role (Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef or similar)
• Understanding of advanced culinary arts, restaurant management and public health relations
• Basic computer skills and MS Office skills
• Advanced experience with managing payroll, CA payroll law, budgets, food/menu cost controls
• Exceptional leadership and team-building skills
• Service-driven mindset with polished presentation abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and backgrounds.
• High energy, enterprising spirit, and a passion for excellence
• Demonstrated ability to improve operational and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Directing and overseeing the culinary/heart of-the-house operations for all of Napa Valley Wine Train experiences.
• Develop and plans menus considering members, guests, marketing conditions, costs, and other applicable factors
• Oversee execution among the culinary team.

Benefits

• affordable health benefits
• 10 days of accrued vacation annually
• matching 401K
• Holiday pay
• associate birthday pay
• opportunity to work in paradise as a part of a great team in a place where you can be proud
• flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees