Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $56,700.00 - $76,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Travel perks
Job Description
Alila Napa Valley is a prestigious Forbes 4-Star luxury resort located in the heart of St. Helena, California, renowned for its exceptional blend of luxury, sustainability, and personalized service. As part of the esteemed Hyatt family, Alila Napa Valley offers guests a unique experience that combines the natural beauty of the Napa Valley with unmatched culinary excellence and hospitality. The resort stands out as a premier boutique destination, celebrated for its commitment to environmental responsibility and the cultivation of a warm, respectful, and inclusive culture. Hyatt's culture emphasizes innovation, respect, service orientation, and inclusion, which resonates deeply throughout the entire... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2-4 years of culinary leadership experience in a fine dining environment
- Food Safety Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent)
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-end kitchen
- Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items
Job Qualifications
- 2-4 years of previous sous chef or culinary leadership experience in a fine dining setting
- Deep understanding of classical technique, modern plating, and ingredient-focused cuisine
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a diverse culinary team
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Food Safety Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent) required
- Culinary degree or formal apprenticeship preferred
Job Duties
- Lead daily back-of-house operations including prep, service, and line execution
- Maintain quality, consistency, and timing in all dishes served
- Collaborate on menu development, seasonal updates, and special offerings
- Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls focusing on sustainability and sourcing
- Uphold and enforce food safety, cleanliness, and service standards
- Train and mentor kitchen team members ensuring alignment with fine dining standards
- Foster a kitchen culture valuing precision, professionalism, and creativity
- Support senior leadership by developing and assuming basic management responsibilities
- Assume liaison role between culinary and other hotel departments
- Supervise preparation and cooking of various food items
- Plan, coordinate, and implement special events and holiday functions
- Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating, and hiring
- Manage other key culinary leadership roles including supervisor and other less senior Sous Chefs
- Lead and coach team towards exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction
- Monitor food production, ordering, cost, quality, and consistency daily
- Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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