Executive Chef

Compass Group•Newport Beach, CA

5d•$100,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit. Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within. "The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion." 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 SummaryWolfgang Puck Catering is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a multi-outlet dining account that includes a full-service café, high-quality grab-and-go offerings, early breakfast service, and an active catering program. You will bring both creativity and precision to deliver the signature Wolfgang Puck experience across a wide range of service styles. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments and is passionate about innovation, team development, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
5+ years of progressive culinary leadership in multi-outlet, high-volume operations.
Proven expertise in café, grab-and-go, and catering logistics and large-scale production.
Strong background in cost controls, P&L management, and operational efficiency.
A passionate, hands-on leader who embodies Wolfgang Puck’s commitment to excellence, hospitality, and culinary innovation.

Responsibilities

Oversees all culinary operations across multiple outlets, ensuring consistency and excellence in service from early morning breakfast to evening catering events.
Directs menu planning, seasonal menu rollouts, and recipe innovation across café, grab-and-go, and catering platforms.
Manages food and labor cost controls, procurement, inventory, and vendor relationships with a focus on fiscal responsibility.
Leads, mentors, and inspires a diverse culinary team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and professional growth.
Partners with senior leadership and the Wolfgang Puck Catering brand team on program innovation and client engagement.
Ensures compliance with all safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements in a high-volume, multi-service environment.