Executive Sous Chef

Compass Group•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

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 company values passion, a flexible mindset, a concierge mentality, problem-solving, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial approach. The Executive Sous Chef, Asian & Sushi Focus, plays a hands‑on leadership role in a full‑scratch, high‑volume café and catering program, supporting daily culinary execution Monday through Friday. This role requires deep experience in Asian cuisine and sushi preparation, partnering closely with the Executive Chef and operations teams to deliver fresh, high‑quality food at scale. The Executive Sous Chef helps drive consistency, creativity, and operational excellence across café service and catered events while fostering a collaborative and inclusive kitchen culture.

Requirements

Experience supporting culinary operations in a full‑scratch, high‑volume kitchen environment
Hands‑on experience preparing sushi, including raw fish handling, knife skills, and sushi production techniques
Background in Asian cuisine with the ability to execute dishes consistently at scale
A collaborative leadership style that supports learning, engagement, and accountability
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities during service
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and best practices related to sushi and raw seafood
Prior professional experience preparing sushi in a restaurant, café, catering, or workplace dining environment
Demonstrated knowledge of proper sushi rice preparation, fish handling, and presentation standards
Experience in workplace dining, corporate dining, or large‑scale food service environments
Experience supporting catered events alongside daily café operations
Culinary training or degree, or equivalent hands‑on experience
Familiarity with inventory management and food cost awareness for specialty ingredients

Responsibilities

Support daily culinary operations for a high‑volume, full‑scratch café and catering program with a strong focus on Asian cuisine and sushi
Lead hands‑on preparation and execution of sushi offerings, including knife work, rice preparation, rolling, and presentation
Partner with the Executive Chef to develop and execute menus that balance authenticity, quality, speed, and consistency
Oversee production and service for café meals and catered meetings and events, ensuring smooth and organized execution
Coach and support culinary team members through clear communication, training, and example‑driven leadership
Help ensure food quality, taste, freshness, and presentation consistently meet established standards
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices, particularly as they relate to raw fish handling and sushi production
Support inventory management, ordering, and proper storage of ingredients, including seafood and specialty products
Assist with scheduling, onboarding, and ongoing development of kitchen team members
Collaborate with operations and service partners to support overall program readiness and a positive guest experience