Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menu Innovation & Team Growth

Wolfgang Puck Catering; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Job summary

Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking a Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations for a corporate dining account. You will work closely with the Executive Chef on menu development, culinary execution, and team leadership in a fast-paced environment.

This role emphasizes collaboration, high-quality food experiences for guests and clients, and operational excellence, with opportunities for mentorship and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in culinary operations, kitchen leadership, or foodservice management.
• Catering, banquet, or event culinary experience welcomed.
• Experience in high-volume foodservice environments preferred.
• Knowledge of food production, menu planning, food safety, sanitation, and cost management.
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Collaborative communication and teamwork.

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 reflecting client preferences and industry trends.
• Prepare, cook, and oversee 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.

Skills

Culinary operations

Kitchen leadership

Cost management

Menu planning

Team leadership

Food safety

Hospitality

Communication

Technology literacy

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Hospitality or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking a Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations for a corporate dining account. You will work closely with the Executive Chef on menu development, culinary execution, and team leadership in a fast-paced environment.

This role emphasizes collaboration, high-quality food experiences for guests and clients, and operational excellence, with opportunities for mentorship and leadership development.