Sous Chef - Compass Group, North America

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000


Other Forms of Compensation:


Pay Grade: 11





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



Join Wolfgang Puck Catering, where culinary excellence meets creativity! We are seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team at a corporate dining account. This is an incredible opportunity to work in an innovative culinary environment with a Monday-Friday schedule and paid holidays, offering the perfect balance of work-life harmony.



Summary:

As Sous Chef, you’ll collaborate with the Executive Chef to create extraordinary meals while supervising a talented team of 8 food-service associates. In this role, you’ll take the lead when the Executive Chef is away, ensuring that our kitchen operates smoothly and our culinary standards are met with precision and care.

Key Responsibilities:



+ Prepare and cook delicious meals using Wolfgang Puck’s signature recipes, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to production standards.


+ Lead a team of food-service associates, handling interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, and performance management.


+ Maintain the highest standards of food safety and sanitation, following corporate, state, and federal guidelines.


+ Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and maintenance of serving temperatures to deliver an exceptional dining experience for 250 associates daily.


+ Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen workspace that meets all safety and sanitation regulations.


+ Interact with customers to provide a top-tier service experience, resolving any concerns with a friendly and professional approach.


+ Monitor inventory, deliveries, and supplies, ensuring kitchen operations are always running smoothly and efficiently.


+ Perform other culinary and operational duties as assigned to support the team’s success.



Qualifications:



+ 3+ years of experience in a high-volume culinary environment, preferably in corporate dining, catering, or fine dining.


+ Demonstrated expertise in menu development, food production, and staff supervision.


+ Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices in line with corporate, state, and federal standards.


+ Excellent organizational and office skills, including experience with inventory management and kitchen administration.


+ Proven ability to lead, train, and develop a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


+ Passion for culinary excellence and a commitment to delivering a superior dining experience.






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: 1350789


Wolfgang Puck Catering


Michael Abbey


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