Jobs in Monterey County, CA

About the role

This role is a key position in the Esalen kitchen. As a full-time culinary team leader, you will supervise the daily production of meals for the community (guests, staff, faculty) in our teaching kitchen. You will also assist the kitchen management in supporting the kitchen’s daily operations. This role requires shift work. The Lead Cook reports to the Executive Chef and is located on property in Big Sur. In addition to providing the Kitchen with a safe, sanitary, and efficient Kitchen operation, this position is the direct supervisor of all Kitchen personnel scheduled for the chef’s shift. The chef’s main duties include:

What you'll bring

• Ability to take responsibility, be held accountable, flexible and make on the spot decisions
• Ability to balance the needs of Esalen’s guests and seminarians with the resources available in the best possible way
• Ability to react and respond calmly and graciously in stressful and demanding situations
• Strong communication skills, with an emphasis on listening, empathy and common sense
• Must have an avid interest in food and culinary pursuits
• Experience in cooking and managing a kitchen of comparable size
• Prior work experience at Esalen is preferred.
• Previous chef experience and/or culinary training are preferred