Sous Chef

Sous ChefAt Wolfgang Puck Catering, we create memorable dining experiences through exceptional food, hospitality, and innovation. As a Sous Chef, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day culinary operations of a corporate dining account while helping deliver outstanding catering and event experiences. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will contribute to menu development, culinary execution, team leadership, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a culinary professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment, values collaboration, and is passionate about creating high-quality food experiences for guests and clients.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.Key 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 that reflect client preferences and industry trends.Prepare, cook, and oversee the 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.What We're Looking For:Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.Experience in culinary operations, kitchen leadership, or foodservice management.Catering, banquet, or event culinary experience is welcomed.Experience working in high-volume foodservice environments is preferred.Knowledge of food production, menu planning, food safety, sanitation, and cost management practices.Familiarity with institutional, commissary, or batch cooking environments is beneficial.Passion for culinary innovation, hospitality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.Collaborative communication skills with a focus on teamwork, coaching, and relationship building.Comfort using technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, email, and internet-based applications.Willingness to participate in client engagement and satisfaction programs.ServSafe Certification or the ability to obtain certification.Experience supporting corporate dining, hospitality, catering, or events operations.Knowledge of current culinary, sustainability, and foodservice trends.Experience contributing to menu innovation and special event execution.