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Role Overview At SanaView Farms, we're building something different. We're a natural winery and cafe on a 52-acre organic farm in the Laurel Highlands, where the wine is made without additives or chemicals and every guest leaves feeling like they discovered something special. We're looking for someone who gets excited about that vision - someone who cares deeply about ingredient quality, wants creative input into an evolving menu, and takes pride in delivering memorable experiences, not just meals. If you've been working in a corporate kitchen where you're executing someone else's playbook and you're ready to actually build something, keep reading. What You'll Do Lead Our Kitchen Operations Own the daily rhythm of our kitchen from prep through service to close Master our Neapolitan pizza process (wood-fired, authentic technique) Craft beautiful charcuterie boards that complement our natural wine flights Explore new recipes for upscale dishes as we expand our menu Maintain the quality and consistency that keeps guests coming back Work collaboratively with our current amazing cafe staff Get Creative Collaborate on menu development as we expand into elevated seasonal offerings Source high-quality, local ingredients and build vendor relationships Develop specials that pair with our wines and reflect the seasons Bring ideas to the table—we want your voice in our kitchen Help shape our long-term vision, including potential on-site growing as we expand Build the Foundation Train and mentor kitchen staff on technique and ServSafe standards Manage prep lists, inventory, and vendor relationships Keep us compliant with health regulations Coordinate with front-of-house to ensure a seamless, unparalleled guest experience

Daily Operations Opening:

Prepare dough, stock stations, verify inventory, fire up the oven

Service:

Execute with quality and timing, adapt to the flow

Closing:

Proper storage, sanitation, equipment shutdown, inventory counts

Who You Are The Non-Negotiables:

You have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license You're available to work weekends as Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are our open days You can pass a background check You have (or can obtain within 30 days) ServSafe certification You can stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

What Sets You Apart:

You genuinely care about food quality—not just getting plates out, but getting them right You're excited by seasonal cooking, local sourcing, and thoughtful ingredient selection You want ownership over your work, not just a list of tasks You bring positive energy and can stay composed when things get busy You communicate well and enjoy being part of a small, tight-knit team You see this as a craft, not just a job Experience That Helps (But Isn't Required): Kitchen leadership or management experience Wood-fired pizza or artisan bread background Charcuterie, cheese, or sommelier knowledge Food cost management and inventory systems Experience in seasonal, ingredient-focused menu environments What We Offer Compensation & Flexibility $15-20/hour plus gratuity based on experience, attitude, and work ethic Flexible scheduling within our Fri-Sat-Sun operation Clear, predictable hours (no chaotic split shifts) Perks Employee discount on wine and food Meals during shifts A genuinely beautiful place to work with mountain views, organic farm, fresh air, and bright and clean spaces Growth Creative input into menu development Opportunity to grow with us as we scale toward expanded offerings Potential to shape future on-site growing and farm-to-table programs About SanaView Farms We're a natural winery on a 52-acre organic farm with our own spring water source. Our wines are made without additives, chemicals, or sulfites. Our cafe serves Neapolitan pizzas, authentic panini, artisan charcuterie, and thoughtfully curated pairings in a warm, welcoming environment. We're not trying to be everything to everyone. We're building a destination where people slow down, taste something real, and leave happier and more fulfilled than when they arrived. If that sounds like something you want to be part of, we'd love to meet you.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person