Sous Chef

Compass Group North America; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Wolfgang Puck Catering as a Sous Chef at Fanny’s, where you'll shape a unique dining experience at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. This role involves culinary innovation, team leadership, and managing back-of-house operations in a prestigious and creative environment.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of culinary experience required.
• 1+ years in a management or leadership role preferred.
• Background in high-end restaurants or catering essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing all back-of-house operations.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef on menu development.
• Lead, train, and motivate a diverse kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost Control

Team Management

Education

Culinary degree

ServSafe certification

Job description

Position Title:Sous Chef

Pay Grade: G12

Reports To: Executive Chef

Salary:$80,000 - $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

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

Step into a one-of-a-kind opportunity atFanny’s, the cinematic-inspired restaurant located at theAcademy Museum of Motion Pictures. As aSous ChefwithWolfgang Puck Catering, you’ll help shape an elevated dining experience that blends culinary innovation with the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age.

This is more than just a kitchen—it’s a stage for culinary creativity. We’re looking for a driven and experienced Sous Chef ready to lead and inspire a team in delivering exceptional meals and memorable hospitality.

What You'll Do

• Assist in overseeing all back-of-house operations, including daily food preparation and production.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development and culinary program rollouts.
• Uphold high standards for food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation.
• Manage ordering, inventory, and cost controls to drive efficiency.
• Lead, train, and motivate a diverse kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.

What We’re Looking Fo r

• At least 5 years of culinary experience, including 1 or more years in a management or leadership role.
• Background in high-end restaurants, catering, hospitality, or similar foodservice environments.
• Knowledge of food and industry trends, with strong focus on quality, cost control, and safety.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coaching skills.
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification preferred.
• Culinary degree and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools preferred.

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.

• 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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1419144

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Michael Abbey

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