Sous Chef

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Executive Chef to support daily culinary operations and ensure consistent food quality and presentation.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal offerings that reflect client preferences and industry trends.
• Prepare, cook, and oversee the production of a wide variety of menu items.
• Support catering and special event execution, ensuring exceptional guest experiences.
• Help manage food costs, inventory, purchasing, and waste-reduction initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and workplace cleanliness.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to culinary team members to encourage engagement and development.
• Collaborate with culinary, operations, and marketing teams to introduce new programs, concepts, and dining experiences.
• Assist in monitoring operational performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Participate in client feedback and satisfaction initiatives to help enhance the overall dining experience.
• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in culinary operations, kitchen leadership, or foodservice management.
• Catering, banquet, or event culinary experience is welcomed.
• Experience working in high-volume foodservice environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of food production, menu planning, food safety, sanitation, and cost management practices.
• Familiarity with institutional, commissary, or batch cooking environments is beneficial.
• Passion for culinary innovation, hospitality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative communication skills with a focus on teamwork, coaching, and relationship building.
• Comfort using technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, email, and internet-based applications.
• Willingness to participate in client engagement and satisfaction programs.
• ServSafe Certification or the ability to obtain certification.
• Experience supporting corporate dining, hospitality, catering, or events operations.
• Knowledge of current culinary, sustainability, and foodservice trends.
• Experience contributing to menu innovation and special event execution.
• Apply to Wolfgang Puck Catering today!
• Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA
• Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
• 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.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in culinary operations, kitchen leadership, or foodservice management.
• Catering, banquet, or event culinary experience is welcomed.
• Knowledge of food production, menu planning, food safety, sanitation, and cost management practices.
• Familiarity with institutional, commissary, or batch cooking environments is beneficial.
• Passion for culinary innovation, hospitality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative communication skills with a focus on teamwork, coaching, and relationship building.
• Comfort using technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, email, and internet-based applications.
• Willingness to participate in client engagement and satisfaction programs.
• ServSafe Certification or the ability to obtain certification.
• Experience supporting corporate dining, hospitality, catering, or events operations.
• Knowledge of current culinary, sustainability, and foodservice trends.
• Experience contributing to menu innovation and special event execution.
• Apply to Wolfgang Puck Catering today!
• Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA
• Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
• 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.
• Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
• Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
• https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_WPC.pdf
• Req ID: 1583990
• Wolfgang Puck Catering
• Michael Abbey
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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in high-volume foodservice environments is preferred.