Wimberley Valley Winery is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead and elevate our growing culinary program. Our winery features a food truck specializing in wood-fired pizzas, fine dining experiences with wine pairings, and event catering. We are expanding our food operations, and we need a dynamic and creative chef to help drive that growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead culinary operations, including menu creation for wood-fired pizzas, fine dining events, and catered functions.
Collaborate closely with the winery team to design food and wine pairings that enhance the guest experience.
Oversee the food truck and fine dining operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and innovation.
Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations to foster a productive work environment.
Manage and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and development.
Plan, order, and manage inventory while maintaining cost control.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Work closely with event teams to create customized menus for winery events and private functions.
Develop seasonal menus that reflect local ingredients, trends, and winery offerings.
Monitor kitchen operations to ensure efficient workflow and high standards of food preparation.
Provide leadership in maintaining an organized, clean, and safe kitchen environment.
Stay current with culinary trends and continuously innovate offerings to keep the winery’s food program fresh and exciting.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a leadership role in the culinary industry, with a focus on fine dining, catering, and wood-fired cooking.
Strong knowledge of wine and food pairings.
Excellent management, leadership, and communication skills.
Passion for creating high-quality, seasonal, and innovative dishes.
Ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently, including staff management, inventory, and ordering.
High standards of hygiene and sanitation.
Strong work ethic, creative vision, and a desire to drive business growth.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunity to lead a growing culinary program with creative freedom.
Work in a beautiful winery setting with a focus on local, seasonal, and wine-inspired cuisine.
Potential for career growth as the food and beverage program expands.

If you're an ambitious chef with a passion for great food and wine, and you're excited to take the lead in expanding our culinary offerings, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Paid time off

Shift:

Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

Driftwood, TX 78619: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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