Sous Chef Abeja Winery (FT)

Sous Chef | Abeja Winery (Full-Time)

The Kitchen at Abeja is seeking a full-time Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The Kitchen at Abeja is located on a beautifully restored century-old farm in the rolling foothills of Walla Walla Blue Mountains. The 38-acre site is home to the celebrated Abeja Winery, Inn at Abeja, and The Kitchen at Abeja. The Kitchen at Abeja celebrates diverse cultural roots and takes inspiration from leading America and Europe's culinary concepts. We are committed to exceptional food that is expertly prepared by mastering the art of simplicity. We continually pursue superior, seasonal, regional products as we cultivate the relationship between farmers and the chef.

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, dependable, and adaptable individual with a strong work ethic and a team-first mindset. The ideal candidate has a genuine passion for food, a positive attitude, and is committed to continuous learning and culinary excellence.

Benefits:

• Eligible for participation in tip pooling
• Full Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company Contributed HSA Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Company Contributed HSA
• Paid Family Leave
• IRA Match

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintains responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and has complete responsibility for the kitchen in the Chef de Cuisine’s absence.
• Develop and implement procedures to ensure that all work practices meet or exceed the established standards.
• Communicates daily with the Chef de Cuisine for updates, changes, and revisions to existing contracts.
• Maintains standards for food quality, presentation, handling, sanitation, and safety.
• Follows all appropriate policies and procedures.
• Ensures timely and courteous follow-through on all client, guest, and team member requests.
• Assists in the selection, supervision, training, development, scheduling, evaluating, disciplining, and counseling of staff.
• Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics that empower and inspire employees to meet and exceed standards.
• Monitors food and labor costs.
• Conducts daily walk-through of all walk-in refrigerators, dry storage areas, and food lines to ensure rotation, usage, cleanliness, and proper sanitation.
• Assists the Chef de Cuisine in purchasing, receiving, and inventory of all kitchen items.

Requirements:

• A culinary arts degree and/or equivalent training with three or more years of culinary lead or supervisory experience in a similar environment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Working knowledge of all major and minor sauces.
• Working knowledge of proper butchering techniques.
• Working knowledge of specialized culinary equipment utilized at the property.
• Advanced knife skills.
• Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks, work in stressful situations with shifting priorities.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other computer programs.
• Must demonstrate excellent people skills and a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic demeanor.
• Be detail-oriented, reliable, and punctual, and have exceptional organizational skills.
• The ability to adjust preparations for flavor and accommodate client or guest needs promptly.
• Ability to discern and evaluate the condition or quality of food products through visual inspection, taste, touch, and smell.
• Food handling and other permits, licenses, or certifications as required.

Abeja, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy.

Where you’ll work:

Abeja is a one-of-a-kind destination for those seeking a truly special wine country experience. Located in Walla Walla on a serene 38-acres of estate vineyards, lavender fields and gardens, Abeja is a celebrated winery and distinctive Inn that creates a magical countryside oasis. Visitors will experience exclusive world-class Washington state wines, all crafted with care from the land, while staying in guest cottages that each share a different story about the rich history of the turn-of-the-century farmstead. The Abeja experience is created by people who are devoted to a continued pursuit of what they do best and an endless drive to do even better for wine enthusiasts and guests of The Inn

The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.