Job Description

Salary: $85,000 - $90,000

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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.”

We’re opening a new, full‑scale restaurant inside WME’s flagship office and are seeking a Sous Chef to play a key leadership role in bringing this culinary vision to life. This is a rare opportunity to support a premium, chef‑driven program in a Monday‑through‑Friday environment with no late nights, while working at the center of a creative, relationship‑focused campus.
As Sous Chef, you’ll partner closely with the Executive Chef to ensure consistent execution across the restaurant, bar menu, coffee and barista program, grab‑and‑go offerings, and pantry services. You’ll be hands‑on in the kitchen, visible to guests and teams, and instrumental in building strong systems, developing talent, and delivering food that reflects Wolfgang Puck’s standards of quality, simplicity, and precision
This role is well‑suited for a culinary leader who enjoys mentoring others, thrives in a collaborative setting, and takes pride in thoughtful execution and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in leading daily culinary operations across the private restaurant, bar menu, happy‑hour service, coffee program, grab‑and‑go offerings, and campus pantry services
• Execute menus and culinary programs that reflect Wolfgang Puck Catering standards and align with WME’s workplace culture
• Lead by example on the kitchen floor, ensuring consistent food quality, presentation, and timing across all service platforms
• Coach, train, and develop culinary team members, fostering a respectful, inclusive, and organized kitchen environment
• Assist with menu development, tastings, and rollouts, balancing creativity, seasonality, and operational efficiency
• Partner with hospitality and operations teams to support service flow, pacing, and overall guest experience
• Oversee prep, production, and service to ensure freshness, consistency, and attention to detail
• Support food cost control, ordering, inventory, and waste reduction efforts
• Help maintain accurate recipes, prep guides, and production standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, health department, and internal policies
• Step in to lead service in the Executive Chef’s absence, providing steady direction and clear communication
• Support VIP activations, happy hours, and special events, adapting production as needed
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and shared ownership

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting or leading culinary teams in restaurant, workplace dining, or hospitality environments
• A collaborative leadership style that emphasizes clear communication, mentorship, and consistency
• Strong culinary fundamentals with the ability to execute across multiple service formats
• Comfort working in a visible, relationship‑driven environment with professionalism and discretion
• Experience with prep planning, production execution, and service leadership
• Familiarity with food cost awareness, ordering processes, and inventory practices
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards
• Ability to follow established systems while contributing ideas and improvements
• Flexibility, curiosity, and a solutions‑oriented mindset in a new and evolving operation
• Pride in craftsmanship, teamwork, and delivering a welcoming guest experience

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.

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 hereor copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID: 1533008

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Michael Abbey

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