Seasonal Sous Chef

Job Description

Company Summary

We’re the producers, creators and marketers of beer, wine and spirts brands that people love. At Constellation Brands, we’re driven to push boundaries and think beyond today to deliver products and experiences that resonate now, tomorrow and well into the future. Because of this approach, we’re the fastest-growing large CPG company in the U.S. at retail, with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand and Italy. Our premium portfolio of iconic brands like Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, SIMI Winery, Kim Crawford, Robert Mondavi, Meiomi, The Prisoner, SVEDKA Vodka, High West Whiskey, and more drive industry-leading growth for us today. But we’re just getting started. Our ability to stay on the forefront of consumer trends has fueled our success since our founding in 1945 and will guide us in creating the next generation of products and experiences Worth Reaching For.

Position Summary

The Sous Chef is responsible for various kitchen duties including food and meal preparation and cleaning tasks as assigned at SIMI Winery and may support other Constellation Brands properties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide food preparation duties as assigned by Winery Chef
• Assist with delivery and/or pickup of food/event supplies as needed
• Execute recipes and menus to be served to hospitality guests and at events as assigned by Winery Chef

• Provide dishwashing and kitchen cleaning duties as assigned by Winery Chef
• Maintain and inventory kitchen supplies as needed
• Ensures kitchen is maintained at a safety and health standard consistent with the standard of Constellation Brands

• Assist with setting up and breaking down of meal service, tastings, and events as needed
• Assist with cleaning projects as assigned
• Assist other Constellation Brands properties as required
• Assist in supervising temporary or on-call kitchen Help in the absence of the Winery Chef

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen
• Degree from an established Culinary Academy recommended but not required
• Current Food Handlers or ServSafe Certificate

• Must have culinary skills
• Must know and understand meal preparation with regard to timing and logistics
• Solid organizational and time management skills
• Must make decisions with good judgment and professional maturity
• Effective written and verbal English skills

• Must have knowledge of state and federal laws concerning safety, sanitation, and cross-contamination and must abide by these laws
• Must be creative and motivated about food and wine pairings
• Must uphold team standards of a healthy and positive working environment

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Must be 18 years of age
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License
• Ability and desire to work extended hours of operation
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, holidays
• Able to lift 55lbs

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Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).