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Bouchon Bistro
Restaurant Manager is needed for an authentic French bistro!
Short description
We are seeking a professional and outgoing Restaurant Manager to join an authentic French bistro in California!
Detailed description
We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Restaurant Manager with a strong background in fine dining to join the exceptional team at Thomas Keller's Bouchon Bistro in Yountville, CA! This is a thrilling opportunity to take your career to the next level, sharpen your leadership skills, and be part of a world-class culinary experience.
Placement Remarks
Salary is $75,000 per year. Your hours may fluctuate based off the needs of the restaurant.
A family meal is provided.
You are responsible for bringing your own suit(s) for this role.
PTO – 1 week (5 days) and Sick Leave – 1 week (5 days) per 12 months of employment.
It is recommended that you fly into SFO Airport and uber or use a shuttle service to get to Yountville.
You will need to secure temporary housing upon your arrival until you are able to secure permanent housing in Yountville.
There is public bus transportation available however it might be best if you purchase a bike or a car depending how far you want to drive during your time off.
Salary
75,000 per year
Requirements
Eligibility criteria for our Career USA programs:
- you are enrolled in a post secondary ministerially recognized academic institution in the hospitality industry
OR
- you have a hospitality degree and at least 1 year of recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside of the USA)
OR
- you have 5 years recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside the USA)
- you have shown consistent career growth over the last years
- you have shown serious commitment to your most recent employers
Local info
Yountville is part of Napa Valley, which is a stunning region located in Northern California. Though it is famous for its wine production, the region has so much more to offer. With countless trails to explore, Napa Valley is a beautiful place for nature lovers of all sorts. From stunning vistas, to adorable downtown area, Napa has something for everyone! Of course amongst all of the charm and class that the town exudes, Napa is most famous for its world famous wine production! Explore countless vineyards and winetasting opportunities around and outside of the town! For a list of specific activities and a list of websites that offer further explanations on things to do around Napa, please view the “Local Attractions” section of this document.
Housing:
Housing in Yountville is limited. The average one bedroom apartment in Napa, California costs around $2,000 a month. It is recommended that candidates reach out to other J1s in the area so they can try to find housing with one of them to help lower the cost of their monthly housing.?Please note, without established credit your first and last month’s rent may be required as a deposit. HRC recommends you arrive with at least $5,000 as startup capital and to help secure housing.
Helpful Links:
Creekside Park Napa
Address: 2632 1st Street, Napa, CA 94558
Units: 1-, 2-, & 3-bedroom apartments
Cost: $2,200-$3,200 per month, not including utilities
Contact: Phone 707-510-0356
Kentwood Apartments
Address: 550 River Glen Drive, Napa, CA 94558
Units: 1- & 2-bedroom apartments
Cost: $1,892-$2,317 per month, not including utilities
Contact: Phone 707-730-2576
Address: 100 Magnolia Drive, Napa, CA 94558
Units: Studio, 1, & 2 bedroom apartments
Cost: $1,895-$2,708 per month, including utilities
Contact: Phone 707-681-0186, Email [email protected]
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Transportation:
Travel around Napa Valley can be challenging depending on where you are living. It is entirely possible that you may need a car during your time here. Remember to consider the cost of purchasing a vehicle and vehicle insurance. On average, a J-1 participant can expect to pay upwards of $400 on a used car payment per month and $150.00 per month for vehicle insurance. That being said, there is a modest bus system that goes around Napa called The VINE. There is also a free shuttle service for the town of Yountville call the Yountville Bee.
Climate:
This region of northern-California is famous for its fairly mild year round climate, featuring summers usually in the mid to high 70s°F (mid 20°C) and winters often in the range of the high 50s°F to lower 60s°F (mid 10°C). Rainfall in the region is almost non-existent during the summer time, but it makes up for it in the winter months, causing Napa Valley to get around 20 inches (51.8 mm) of rain annually.
Local Attractions:
Napa Valley State Park, Skyline Park, Napa Valley Paddle, Napa Valley Balloons, Six Falg Discovery Kingdom, Napa Valley Film Fest.
Start date
June 2025