Sous Chef

  • Napa Valley Wine Train
  • Napa, California
  • Full Time
Job Type Full-time Description

WE ARE
Work in Paradise! Join the team at the Napa Valley Wine Train , a historic, luxury, and iconic experience that has been a staple in Napas Wine Country for over 30 years. As a Sous Chef , youll become part of this rich history while helping create unforgettable dining experiences aboard our legendary train.

OUR CULTURE | Individual Distinction, Collective Soul
At Noble House Hotels & Resorts , our philosophy celebrates location, distinction, and soul . Our properties are as unique as the people who work heretheres no one-size-fits-all at Napa Valley Wine Train. Were a passionate team of hospitality professionals who value individuality, encourage personalities to shine, and believe in having fun while delivering exceptional service.

With a variety of enticing (and delicious) adventures, theres always something new to discover aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train.

A Day in the Life...
As a Sous Chef, youll be on the front lines, combining your advanced fine dining culinary skills with an engaging, guest-focused approach. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing and cooking for our premium train experiences, including Legacy, Lunch, and Dinner Trains.
  • Supporting various seasonal events and private functions.
  • Maintaining the highest standards of presentation, taste, and efficiency.

Your friendly, energetic, and professional presence will help ensure every guest leaves with a memorable experience.

Requirements

Youre the perfect fit if you have:

  • Several years of proven culinary leadership experience as a Head Chef, Lead Cook, and/or Sous Chef.
  • Excellent understanding of diverse cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
  • Strong accuracy, speed, and consistency in executing assigned tasks.
  • Familiarity with industry best practices.
  • Culinary school diploma (a plus).
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work in small spaces, fast-paced environments, and on a moving train.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Availability for day, evening, holiday, and weekend shifts.
  • Serve Safe certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Minimum ability to speak and read English.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.

Offer & Benefits Weve got you covered:
Our employees are our most important asset, and were proud to offer benefits that support you and your family:

  • Daily free lunch
  • Affordable health benefits
  • 14 days of accrued PTO annually
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Holiday pay
  • Birthday pay
  • Flexible scheduling (with weekend and evening shifts expected)
  • The chance to work in a stunning, one-of-a-kind setting on the historic Napa Valley Wine Train

If you enjoy working as part of a team, creating exceptional guest experiences, and meeting new people, wed love for you to apply.

At Napa Valley Wine Train, we proudly support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility . Weve established a DEIA committee to bring together a variety of perspectives, and wed love for you to share yours.

As part of Noble House Hotels & Resorts , we believe in a workplace where everyone can thrive as their authentic self. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected category. Your success here will be based solely on your qualifications, experience, abilities, and performance.

Come be part of a team you can be proud ofapply today and join the Napa Valley Wine Train culinary family.

Salary Description $70,000-$72,500
Job ID: 489876461
Originally Posted on: 8/18/2025

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