Executive Sous Chef

 Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

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Pay Grade: 13 

 

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 Summary

Are you a dynamic culinary leader with a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences? Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to elevate the culinary operations at a prestigious corporate dining account in Sunnyvale. If you're an energetic, entrepreneurial professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, high-quality environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

As the Executive Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing day-to-day kitchen operations while working closely with the Executive Chef. You’ll assist with menu planning, food preparation, culinary execution, and supervising a talented team of chefs and kitchen staff. This is your chance to showcase your creativity, refine your leadership skills, and contribute to the growth of an innovative culinary program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and maintaining budgetary goals
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef in planning and designing seasonal menus
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations and a high standard of food quality
• Execute and oversee catering events, ensuring flawless food presentation and service
• Develop and roll out new culinary programs in partnership with the marketing and culinary teams
• Oversee inventory and ordering of ingredients to ensure consistent quality and availability

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.O.S. Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent culinary certification and relevant experience
• Proven track record in culinary leadership with some kitchen management experience
• Experience in catering and high-volume foodservice operations is a plus
• Strong understanding of food and catering trends, quality production, food cost controls, sanitation, and presentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and basic computer systems
• ServSafe certification is highly desirable

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends
• Time Off: Enjoy 2 weeks off for Christmas and 1 week off for Thanksgiving, plus 5 days of sick pay, plus your standard Paid Time Off!
• Corporate Dining: Join a world-renowned brand known for its commitment to culinary excellence
• Team Environment: Lead and mentor a talented team, with daily service to 1,500 associates
• Parking Included: Convenient on-site parking for all employees

Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!

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