CHEF - HOURLY (FULL-TIME) - Evenings

Whether it's a remote home in the Sierras, a charming villa in wine country, or a converted industrial space on the waterfront, our focus is on creating an experience that inspires presence. The Role The Occasional Chef provides exceptional culinary experiences to our guests when our House Chef is unavailable. Working on an as-needed, on-call basis, the Occasional Chef executes the established Guesthouse culinary program, ensuring every guest receives the seamless, high-quality food and beverage service that defines the Guesthouse experience. The Occasional Chef will work in concert with the House Captain and House Chef to ensure that programming is executed flawlessly in accordance with existing standards and procedures. What you will do: Service: Executes inspiring, seasonal food to share with our guests. People: Embodies the Guesthouse approach to Premeditated Hospitality. Compliance: Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with all local and state laws. Operates, executes, and carries themselves to the highest standards, embodying the Guesthouse approach to hospitality. Responsible for executing in-home food and beverage service according to established program guidelines. Works in partnership with the House Captain and House Chef to provide seamless service to our guests. Follows recipes and menus as established by the House Chef and Culinary Director. Maintains proper food handling, cleanliness, and sanitation standards. Ensures food is prepared and served according to specifications in quality, presentation, and timing. Follows established opening and closing procedures for the kitchen. Complies with the policies and practices of the Guesthouse employee handbook. Maintains a safe work environment for our staff, preventing accidents and injuries, while ensuring compliance with all local and state laws. What we need from you: 3+ years of experience working as a Chef in high-end restaurants, luxury hotels, or private residences. Strong knowledge of various cuisines, wine pairing, and current food trends. Proficient in following recipes and maintaining quality standards. Flexibility to work on-call, as needed, including non-traditional hours such as evenings, weekends, holidays, and events. Serve Safe Certification to ensure adherence to food safety standards. Culinary Expertise: Must possess a strong repertoire of cooking techniques and the ability to execute established menus with precision. Facilities Management: Operate and maintain the home kitchen to the highest standards. Adaptability: Able to step into the kitchen and deliver consistent, high-quality service with minimal orientation. Computer Savvy: Enough computer knowledge and expertise to demonstrate proficiency. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone is treated with respect and fairness, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Our commitment to equal opportunity extends beyond legal requirements; We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and believe that a diverse workforce contributes to our organization's success. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Guesthouse provides an accessible environment for all candidates throughout the application process and for our employees. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 3 - 5 years Salary: $28 - $31 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No