Executive Pastry Sous Chef - Compass Group, North America

Wolfgang Puck Catering




Position Title: Executive Pastry Sous Chef


Reports To: Executive Chef


Salary: $90,000 - $105,000


Other Forms of Compensation:





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 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9-oBrENwdQ)





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 Summary



Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking an experienced Executive Pastry Sous Chef to join our LA Commissary team. This role requires leadership of a dedicated team of 15-20 pastry associates to produce high-quality, high-volume pastries for exclusive and unique events. The ideal candidate brings at least five years in a similar management role, with proven skills in large-scale, detail-oriented culinary production.





As part of our team, you’ll work alongside the legendary Wolfgang Puck, bringing creativity and precision to every event. You will collaborate with both senior and junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence and growth within the pastry team.





In this role, you will oversee all pastry production, manage culinary functions, and maintain safety and sanitation standards. Responsibilities include cost control, menu planning, inventory management, and implementing new culinary programs with the marketing and culinary teams.





Key Responsibilities:



+ Control costs and manage expenditures for the commissary account


+ Plan and create menus with a focus on precision and creativity


+ Oversee purchasing and inventory management


+ Launch new culinary initiatives in collaboration with the broader culinary and marketing teams



Preferred Qualifications:



+ Culinary degree preferred


+ 5+ years of pastry management experience, ideally in high-volume catering or events


+ Strong experience in cost control and budget management


+ A passion for continuous learning and development in a premier foodservice environment









Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!


Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA


Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)





Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.


Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.





Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.



+ Medical


+ Dental


+ Vision


+ Life Insurance/ AD


+ Disability Insurance


+ Retirement Plan


+ Paid Time Off


+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)


+ Associate Shopping Program


+ Health and Wellness Programs


+ Discount Marketplace


+ Identity Theft Protection


+ Pet Insurance


+ Commuter Benefits


+ Employee Assistance Program


+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)



Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.


Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_WPC.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.


Req ID: 1378855


Wolfgang Puck Catering


Michael Abbey


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