Sous Chef

Compass Group•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$70,400 - $72,800•Onsite

About The Position

At Wolfgang Puck Catering, we create elevated culinary experiences through thoughtful preparation, precision, and collaboration. As a Sous Chef in our Commissary, you’ll play an essential role in supporting daily production, large-scale catering, and signature events. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being actively involved in the kitchen while also building management and operational experience. You’ll partner closely with the Executive Chef and Senior Sous Chef to ensure smooth execution, consistent quality, and a strong, team-first culture. If you’re looking for a stable leadership role with growth potential and broader operational exposure, this is a great next step in your culinary career.

Requirements

Experience in a professional kitchen, catering, or high-volume foodservice operation
Ability to balance hands-on culinary work with team leadership responsibilities
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Clear, respectful communication and teamwork skills
Adaptability and willingness to support multiple areas of production
Interest in growing into expanded leadership responsibilities
Basic computer skills for kitchen systems and communication

Nice To Haves

ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

Oversee and participate in daily food production, ensuring quality, consistency, and presentation standards
Support multiple production areas and step into different kitchen functions as needed
Contribute to catering and event execution, ensuring timely and accurate delivery
Partner with leadership on menu planning, ordering, and inventory management
Help coordinate kitchen workflow by assigning and guiding cooks and prep cooks
Maintain consistency across recipes, preparation techniques, and plating standards
Step into broader kitchen leadership responsibilities in support of the Executive Chef
Monitor food safety, sanitation, and overall kitchen organization
Support training and development through coaching, feedback, and daily team engagement
Foster a respectful, collaborative, and accountability-driven kitchen culture
Communicate effectively across teams to support seamless operations