Executive Sous Chef

About The Charter OakThe Charter Oak is a restaurant in the heart of the Napa Valley by Chef Christopher Kostow of the Michelin three-starred The Restaurant at Meadowood. The Charter Oak is centered on a celebratory, family-style dining experience, with simple, approachable, and seasonal food – grilled meats, beautiful vegetables from our 3.5-acre farm, local wines, and unparalleled cocktails.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Executive Chef & Culinary Director
• Build efficient, accurate BOH schedules within labor budget and monitor staff hours and punctuality
• Manage inventory and ordering within budget; build and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Oversee quality control of ingredients, finished dishes, and facilities
• Ensure dishes follow standard recipes, with consistent portion control and minimal waste
• Uphold sanitation, food safety, and health standards across the kitchen
• Maintain and manage kitchen equipment
• Train, mentor, and develop junior cooks

Requirements

• 2+ years in a kitchen management role; proven Sous Chef experience (fine dining or high-volume upscale restaurant preferred)
• Working knowledge of restaurant budgets, food cost, and labor management
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills in a fast-paced kitchen
• ServSafe Manager certification
• Culinary arts certificate or degree a plus
• Experience with live-fire or hearth cooking and seasonal, farm-driven menus a plus

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $85,000 – $100,000

• Health insurance
• Dining discounts
• Professional growth in a community-oriented, family-style restaurant
• Opportunity to deepen your food and beverage knowledge

Skills (for job board tags)

Inventory Management, Scheduling, Food Cost Control, Quality Control, Sanitation, Vendor Relations, Staff Training, Fine Dining, Hearth Cooking, ServSafe

How to Apply

If you have a culinary background with relevant experience and are interested in this position, please reply and a member of our team will be in touch.

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