Sous Chef

Compass Group•South San Francisco, CA

19d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

At Wolfgang Puck Catering, the Sous Chef supports day-to-day culinary operations for a corporate dining account and helps deliver catering and special event experiences. Working closely with the Executive Chef, this role contributes to menu development, culinary execution, team leadership, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience in culinary operations, kitchen leadership, or foodservice management.
Knowledge of food production, menu planning, food safety, sanitation, and cost management practices.
Passion for culinary innovation, hospitality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Collaborative communication skills focused on teamwork, coaching, and relationship building.
Comfort using Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, email, and internet-based applications.
Willingness to participate in client engagement and satisfaction programs.
ServSafe Certification or the ability to obtain certification.

Nice To Haves

Catering, banquet, or event culinary experience.
Experience working in high-volume foodservice environments.
Familiarity with institutional, commissary, or batch cooking environments.
Experience supporting corporate dining, hospitality, catering, or events operations.
Knowledge of current culinary, sustainability, and foodservice trends.
Experience contributing to menu innovation and special event execution.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Executive Chef to support daily culinary operations and ensure consistent food quality and presentation.
Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal offerings that reflect client preferences and industry trends.
Prepare, cook, and oversee production of a wide variety of menu items.
Support catering and special event execution to ensure exceptional guest experiences.
Help manage food costs, inventory, purchasing, and waste-reduction initiatives.
Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and workplace cleanliness.
Guide, coach, and support culinary team members to encourage engagement and development.
Collaborate with culinary, operations, and marketing teams to introduce new programs, concepts, and dining experiences.
Assist in monitoring operational performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
Participate in client feedback and satisfaction initiatives to enhance the overall dining experience.