Executive Chef

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 Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking an Executive Che f to lead the culinary program for L'Oréal's corporate dining and café catering operation in El Segundo. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, supporting catering and hospitality initiatives, developing culinary team members, and delivering an outstanding guest experience. This opportunity is well suited for an experienced culinary leader who enjoys a collaborative corporate dining environment and may be ready to take the next step from a Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Kitchen Manager, or similar leadership role into an Executive Chef position. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee all kitchen operations for corporate dining and catering services. Plan regular and modified menus in accordance with established guidelines and client expectations. Ensure recipes, portioning, presentation standards, and production schedules are consistently executed. Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste logs. Taste and evaluate menu items to maintain quality and consistency. Train and develop kitchen team members in food preparation, equipment operation, food safety, sanitation, and company standards. Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage areas, and kitchen workspaces. Manage inventory of food and non-food supplies to support operational needs and budget goals. Monitor food costs, minimize waste, and ensure efficient product utilization. Coordinate and support catering events, meetings, and special functions. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local health department regulations and company sanitation procedures. Follow all facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures. Participate in departmental meetings, training programs, and professional development opportunities. What We're Looking For Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Progressive culinary leadership experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, catering, hospitality, or foodservice environments. Experience supervising kitchen teams and coordinating daily food production. Hands-on culinary leadership experience with a passion for mentoring and developing team members. Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and operational best practices. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, email, and internet-based applications. Experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Kitchen Manager, or Executive Chef. Knowledge of food and catering trends with an emphasis on quality, presentation, and guest experience. Experience with inventory management, purchasing, food cost controls, and waste reduction initiatives. ServSafe Certification preferred. 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 drugfree workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Compass Group USA