Senior Sous Chef - Compass Group, North America

Restaurant Associates

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000


Other Forms of Compensation:


Pay Grade: 13





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 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9-oBrENwdQ)





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



As the Senior Sous Chef with Restaurant Associates at Longwood Gardens, you will become a pivotal player in our culinary team. This is an outstanding opportunity to showcase your proven skills in a world-class setting. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to meticulously manage kitchen operations, ensuring flawless execution and outstanding culinary experiences. Your ambition and drive will contribute to our dynamic and inclusive team environment, helping us to successfully implement innovative culinary programs.


Key Responsibilities:



+ Support the Executive Chef in managing food costs and controlling expenditures


+ Assist in menu planning and creation, focusing on fresh, innovative offerings


+ Lead the execution of catering events, ensuring seamless delivery


+ Implement new culinary programs in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams


+ Foster a culture of food quality, presentation, and sanitation excellence



Preferred Qualifications:



+ A degree or certification in Culinary Arts is preferred


+ Progressive kitchen management experience based on formal education or training


+ Experience in catering and high-volume foodservice operations is highly desirable


+ Strong understanding of food trends, quality control, and cost management


+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and general computer skills


+ ServSafe certification is highly preferred






Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!


Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA


Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-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.





Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.



+ Medical


+ Dental


+ Vision


+ Life Insurance/ AD


+ Disability Insurance


+ Retirement Plan


+ Paid Time Off


+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)


+ 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.


Req ID: 1358768


Restaurant Associates


Michael Abbey


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