Part-Time Line Cook

Company Description

Are you seeking a part-time opportunity to enhance your culinary skills while working in a beautiful location? Join our team of culinary experts at JUSTIN!

JUSTIN is an award-winning winery and fine dining establishment in Paso Robles. It's our pleasure to share that The Restaurant at JUSTIN has once again earned a MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star - making it the only winery restaurant in the county to retain both awards for four years in a row. We are proud to be recognized for our sustainability practices, one-of-a-kind dinner experience, and world-class excellence in hospitality.

We are hiring a Part-Time Chef de Partie (Line Cook) to provide support during events and busy weekends. A Chef de Partie (Line Cook) is responsible for all culinary dishes prepared in their section. A successful individual must be very knowledgeable about their specialty, organized, and comfortable working in a high-pressure environment. A Chef de Partie must also be able to give orders within their section and reliably carry out orders handed down to them by the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef.

This is a part-time position (up to 20 hours per week) that will be scheduled as needed to cover events and busy weekends. Work days, hours, and duties will vary based on business needs and the event location.

Job Description

• Assist with preparation, cooking, and presentation of food for Lunch Service, Dinner Service, Events, Banquets and Pastry as needed
• Assistance in various areas such as mise en place preparation, managing action stations during buffets, and aiding with plating in the restaurant
• Provide support with any preparation projects
• Prepare tasting room cheese plates
• Assist with daily kitchen prep work and station set-up before service and maintain the highest quality food preparation standards
• Follow strict health and hygiene standards in the kitchen and troubleshoot any problems that may arise

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of culinary experience in a fine dining, high-volume restaurant
• Availability to work weekends, any shift (morning or evening), and at any location (JUSTIN Estate, JUSTIN Downtown, Banquets, etc.) 
• Serv-Safe Certified
• Passionate about food and wine
• Demonstrated strong ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to establish direction, obtain commitment and execute appropriate logistical processes
• Exceptional attention to detail and must thrive in a fast-paced working environment
• Have a calm and approachable demeanor
• Must be able to perform basic calculations such as adding, subtracting and dividing

Pay Range: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour. Final compensation is dependent upon skills and experience.

Additional Information

• Part-Time Vacation, Personal & Sick Accruals
• Wine and Merchandise Discounts
• All the FIJI water you can drink at work
• Wine Education Program
• Fun Work Environment

Located in Paso Robles, JUSTIN® Vineyards & Winery was founded in 1981 and is known for crafting world- class wines using Bordeaux grape varieties, including the iconic ISOSCELES® blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The Vineyard estate, located at 11680 Chimney Rock Road, features a Tasting Room, luxury five-star accommodations at the JUST Inn®, and a Restaurant—making it one of the only wineries on the Central Coast to offer all three options.  In September 2018, a new second location, the JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room opened introducing an expansive wine-tasting bar, lounge, and a full dining room that’s situated prominently on the square along Downtown City Park in the heart of Paso Robles. In addition to its stellar hospitality, JUSTIN consistently receives top honors around the world, establishing itself as a leader in New World Bordeaux-style winemaking. JUSTIN wines are available through discerning fine wine retailers and restaurants throughout the United States, or directly from the Winery via JUSTIN’s Tasting Room, online store or to members of the exclusive JUSTIN Wine Society wine club. To discover more about JUSTIN, visit www.justinwine.com.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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