Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :   $80,000 - $85,000

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Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit.  Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within.

"The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion." Wolfgang Puck

Success on our team starts with our culture :

• We have Wolfgang’s PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients.
• A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats.
• Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality.
• We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don’t have to.
• We curate company and partner resources to bring our client’s vision to life.  We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships.
• We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy).
• Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions.

“I can have the best food, but if we don’t have good people, it won’t get you very far.”

Job Summary

Join Wolfgang Puck Catering as a Sous Chef supporting a premier corporate client. In this role, you’ll oversee café operations where fresh, seasonal ingredients and genuine hospitality come together to create an elevated workplace dining experience. This hands-on role is ideal for a chef who thrives in a collaborative, creative environment and is passionate about innovation, quality, and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily café operations, ensuring consistency in food quality, presentation, and service.

Manage ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships to maintain accurate par levels and control costs.

Support menu planning and seasonal recipe development aligned with client preferences and wellness initiatives.

Lead, train, and motivate culinary associates to uphold Wolfgang Puck’s standards of excellence.

Collaborate with the Executive Chef and operations team to support catering and special events.

Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment at all times.

Preferred Qualifications

Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.

3+ years of experience in a high-volume or corporate dining kitchen.

Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance.

Proven leadership skills with a hands-on, team-oriented approach.

Excellent organizational and communication abilities.

Passion for scratch cooking, seasonal ingredients, and culinary innovation.

Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!

Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.

Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID :   1479897

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Michael Abbey

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