Chef de Cuisine

A new opportunity from BMRS Hospitality Recruitment

Chef de Cuisine (Dinner / Tasting Menu) for The Restaurant at JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery

Acclaimed Michelin and Forbes Five-Star Dining in the Heart of Central Coast Wine Country

The award winning Restaurant at JUSTIN , helmed by Executive Chef Rachel Haggstrom, features a hyper-seasonal dining experience using only the freshest, seasonal ingredients sourced from the property's 26-acre farmstead and local purveyors. Their   Michelin Starred and Forbes 5-starred tasting menu   is available for dinner 4 nights per week, and promises a deeply hospitality-driven experience that is tailored to ensure each guest leaves feeling full, happy, and cared for. Staunchly committed to sustainability, the restaurant was awarded a   Michelin Green Star in 2025, making them the only winery in the nation to have earned both distinctions.

Guests can also enjoy a smaller, farm-to-table inspired menu for lunch and all of their food offerings are geared heavily towards wine pairing. In addition to their esteemed culinary program, JUSTIN’s sprawling Estate features an array of private event spaces, and four bespoke guest rooms that each offer their own breathtaking view of the surrounding vineyards. Seasonal, chef-driven breakfast is included with every stay, rounding out an experience that showcases only the very best of the California Central Coast. In Downtown Paso Robles, conveniently located on the square in city center, is JUSTIN's world class tasting bar that is accompanied by a selection of small bites and chocolate pairings.

Established in 1981 by founder Justin Baldwin, JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery has become widely renowned for their bold, world-class Bordeaux-style blends, and putting Paso Robles wine country on the map. The region’s distinct microclimate paired with soil rich in fossilized limestone produces bold, flavorful grapes that fully express their varietal and character. Their impressive wine library includes their flagship ISOSCELES Bordeaux blend, America’s #1 luxury Cabernet Sauvignon, small-production Reserve releases, and top-rated blends exclusively available for wine members.

• ROLE REQUIRES RELOCATION TO PASO ROBLES, CA!!

JUSTIN is looking for a talented Chef de Cuisine   to helm the   dinner tasting menu program. Candidates should be excited to work with the local abundance of farms as well as on-site farmstead, drawing inspiration from these rich sources. The team is looking for a hands-on Chef de Cuisine who prides themselves on cultivating a positive kitchen culture, with a strong emphasis on mentoring and development. Continually striving for excellence and a collaborative personality rounds out the ideal leader. This is an amazing opportunity for a Chef looking to cook in the middle of a growing region, with incredible wine to compliment the food program. Ideal candidates will come from an extensive background in acclaimed restaurants, with a priority towards management in Michelin starred kitchens, with preferred exposure to 2 or 3 star Michelin. Consideration to be given towards James Beard, World’s 50 Best, and Forbes 5 star background.

Compensation Package Includes :

• Base Salary in the $90-120k range DOE
• Bonus Potential
• Medical / Dental / Vision Benefits
• 401k with Company Match
• VERY Competitive PTO Plan
• Relocation Assistance

Please do not reach out to JUSTIN Winery or Restaurant directly. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

Brad Metzger Restaurant Solutions (BMRS), a Southern California based Hospitality Recruitment and Placement firm, has established relationships with and represents the most acclaimed independent fine dining restaurants in the U.S., celebrity chef restaurant groups, casual restaurant companies, luxury hotels, country clubs and distinguished private chef clients. www.restaurant-solutions.com