Assistant General Manager

Where Passion Meets Purpose - and Careers Come Alive At Wolfgang Puck Catering, great careers are crafted the same way great food is — with passion, intention, and the right people around you. We hire for curiosity, spirit, and heart, and we invest in everything you bring to the table. Through mentorship, real development, and a clear path to leadership, we're committed to your journey — not just your job title. Come be part of something that challenges and champions you in equal measure. “I can have the best food, but if we don’t have good people, it won’t get you very far.” — 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 Working as an Assistant General Manager , you are responsible for maintaining the account along with the General Manager in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. You will conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs while maintaining excellent relationships with employees, guests and the client as well as other departments within the operation. You will promote the professional growth and development of the entire team. You will be expected to foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations. Key Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws Interviews, hires, trains and coaches employees and managers Participates in employee meetings and training programs Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards Manages purchasing and inventory controls Is knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food Performs related duties and special projects as assigned Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience Five to seven years upscale food service experience, including one year experience of multi-unit management Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills Effective problem solving and conflict management skills Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions Monitor food purchasing, food costs, preparation, production and inventory control Prepare and monitor budgets, flash reports, financial targets and forecasts Menu planning in consultation with chefs Knowledge of cash handling procedures and reconciliation of multiple cash banks and reports Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving Review work procedures and operational problems in order to determine ways to improve service, performance, and/or safety. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint Strong catering experience required ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus Apply to Wolfgang Puck Catering today! Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA 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 Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Personal Leave Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drug-free 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. #J-18808-Ljbffr