House Butcher at Valley Goat by Chef Stephanie Izard. Cook and skilled prep

Valley Goat is the signature restaurant located within the Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley, a boutique hotel known for offering a unique and vibrant dining experience in the heart of Silicon Valley. Created in partnership with the acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard, Valley Goat sets the standard for culinary excellence and innovative dining in the region. This restaurant not only serves as the cornerstone of Treehouse Hotel’s culinary program but also supports a variety of other dining venues within the hotel including the casual Backyard Café, a lively Beer Garden, and large-scale banquet events. The establishment prides itself on a culture that values creativity, sustainability, inclusiveness, and genuine hospitality, making it a dynamic and exciting place for culinary professionals to grow and thrive.

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley and Valley Goat are committed to crafting memorable dining experiences for guests, rooted in fresh, high-quality ingredients and expert techniques. As a member of this team, you will be part of a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning, professional growth, and personal development. Whether you are looking to sharpen your culinary skills or take the next step in your career, Valley Goat offers a supportive atmosphere where your talent and creativity are valued.

The role of Valley Goat Butcher / Specialized Production Cook is a highly skilled position focused on the precise fabrication, preparation, and production of premium proteins and specialty ingredients essential to the restaurant’s culinary operations. This role requires expertise in butchery, fish fabrication, sausage making, and other advanced culinary production techniques. The butcher/specialized production cook is responsible for consistently delivering exceptional quality and craftsmanship through meticulous preparation and attention to detail.

In this position, you will be tasked with executing specialized tasks such as deboning, trimming, filleting, curing, and portioning proteins and seafood. You will also prepare foundational culinary components including stocks and sauces that form the base of many dishes served across Valley Goat and Treehouse Hotel’s varied food outlets. Maintaining proper inventory levels, ensuring accurate labeling and storage, and adhering strictly to food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards are critical components of your responsibilities.

Collaboration with chefs and the wider culinary team is an important aspect of this role, contributing to menu development and seasonal offerings while meeting daily production needs efficiently. Furthermore, you will take pride in maintaining an exceptionally clean and organized production area to support smooth operations. This role buys into the core values of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement, helping to sustain Valley Goat’s reputation for excellence.

Valley Goat and Treehouse Hotel believe that exceptional hospitality begins with exceptional people. Join this team and be part of a rapidly growing culinary program where your skills will be appreciated, your career can advance, and you can contribute to memorable dining experiences in one of Silicon Valley's most vibrant venues.