Culinary Production Manager

Compass Group•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Manager with Wolfgang Puck Catering at our LA Commissary, you will play a critical leadership role at the heart of our culinary operations. This position oversees large-scale food production supporting high-profile events and corporate accounts, ensuring every dish is executed with precision, consistency, and care. The Production Manager leads daily production planning and execution, guiding a skilled culinary team while upholding Wolfgang Puck Catering’s standards for quality, food safety, and operational excellence. This is an ideal role for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.

Requirements

Culinary degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
3–5 years of culinary management experience in high-volume or production environments
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage production teams
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Desire to grow with an industry-leading hospitality and catering organization

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and coordinate daily production activities to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality preparation and delivery of finished food products
Lead and support production teams while maintaining a safe, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with company programs, standardized recipes, and quality guidelines
Monitor workflow, staffing, and production schedules to meet volume demands and deadlines
Partner with culinary and operations leadership to maintain consistency and continuous improvement
Support additional operational needs as assigned