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La Toque
Train Under a Michelin-Star Chef in Beautiful Napa Valley!
Short description
Join a Michelin-rated restaurant in California as a Chef de Partie! Rotate across kitchen and banquet stations to master every aspect of the line.
Detailed description
Do you daydream about sun-soaked adventures paired with wine tasting? Or perhaps you desire a culinary stroll with a little local culture added to the mix. Whatever you’re in the mood for, there is an experience to suit you to perfection in this Napa location! Apply to this great culinary program to experience all of this and more!
Placement Remarks
Salary: $20.00 per hour based on 32-40 hours. Overtime if over 40 hours.
Benefits:
Host company will supply a jacket and an apron; trainee will provide appropriate pants and non-slip shoes. You will need to bring your own knives.
A meal provided complimentary per shift worked.
The J1 will accrue PTO.
14 days of accommodations will be provided upon arrival.
Host company will pick up J1 at airport upon arrival.
Salary
$20.00 per hour
Requirements
Eligibility criteria for our Career USA programs:
• You are enrolled in a post secondary ministerially recognized academic institution in the hospitality industry OR 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 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 attractions
Located on the riverbank in downtown Napa, this upscale hotel is 3 minutes' walk from the Napa Valley Wine Train and a 5-minute stroll from Oxbow Public Market.
A revitalizing respite amid the breathtaking California wine country, The Westin Verasa Napa blends downtown convenience with upscale comfort. Unwind in rejuvenating hotel accommodations with plush furnishings, 24-hour room service, coffee makers and cable channels. Stay just down the road from Oxbow Public Market and right across the street from the famous Napa Wine Train. Immerse yourself in Napa Valley's world-class wineries and spend some time exploring the vibrant downtown retail and dining district. Plan inspiring meetings, weddings and social engagements in versatile event spaces, enhanced by skilled event coordinators and talented catering professionals. After an unforgettable day of business, shopping or wine tasting, ignite your senses with delectable French and California cuisine at our on-site La Toque Restaurant and Bank Café and Bar. Treat yourself to the best at our resort-style hotel in Northern California.
Napa Valley is a stunning region located in Northern California. Though it is famous for its wine production, the region has that and 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!
Housing: Housing in Napa can be challenging and expensive averaging a one bedroom unfurnished to be $2,000+ . We recommend that you consider rooming with another J-1 or local share the cost of the living.
Helpful Links: Creekside Park Napa; Website: https://www.creeksideparknapa.com ; 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; Website: https://www.liveatkentwood.com; 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
River Trail Village; Website: https://www.rivertrailvillageatnvc.com; 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]
https://www.roomies.com; https://www.spareroom.com; https://hotpads.com; https://www.forrent.com
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.
Due to limited (or no) local transportation, it is best for you to purchase a car or moped upon your arrival to get around. You will need your international driver’s license so you can purchase a car or moped to purchase, then you can live further outside the city center to cut down on costs. You will need to also insure your car/moped monthly. We advise you to bring additional $3000 for this option.
Climate: The Napa Valley is blessed with several microclimates that vary in temperature from one another, one of the reasons that such a wide range of wine grape varietals grow so well here. As a whole, temperatures in the valley vary strongly between the early morning and the evening. Throughout the year, depending on weather conditions, evening temperatures can be as much as 30 degrees cooler than daytime temperatures, and daytime temperatures can vary as much as 10 degrees at the same time of day between the northern and southern portions of the valley.
http://www.napavalley.com; http://winetrain.com/; http://www.nvoh.org; www.pragerport.com; http://festivalnapavalley.org; https://www.sixflags.com/discoverykingdom;
Castello di Amorosa: https://castellodiamorosa.com/; Oxbow Public Market: https://oxbowpublicmarket.com/; Domaine Carneros: https://www.domainecarneros.com
Start date
July 2025