Sous Chef

Culinary Agents

Culinary Agents

South San Francisco, CA, USA

Posted on May 2, 2026
Job Details
Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking an experienced Sous Chef who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, high‑standards environment and brings a passion for executing elevated culinary experiences at scale. This role supports both large-format catering events and corporate dining operations from our South San Francisco commissary.
Working closely with the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef plays a key role in daily culinary operations, menu development, and event execution. This is an opportunity for a collaborative, hands‑on culinary professional who enjoys leading teams, refining processes, and delivering memorable food experiences.
What You’ll Do
  • Support the day‑to‑day operation of the Culinary Department, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and service
  • Partner with the Executive Chef on menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal offerings
  • Lead and execute high‑end catering and ad hoc culinary events, including large‑scale production
  • Assist with cost controls, inventory management, and responsible purchasing practices
  • Supervise, train, and support hourly culinary team members, fostering a positive and inclusive kitchen culture
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company standards
  • Contribute to the rollout of new culinary programs in collaboration with marketing and corporate culinary teams
  • Participate in client satisfaction initiatives and continuously look for ways to enhance the guest experience
What We’re Looking For
  • Culinary training (A.S. degree or equivalent professional experience)
  • Progressive experience in culinary or kitchen leadership roles
  • Experience supporting catering operations; high‑volume or complex foodservice environments strongly preferred
  • Exposure to institutional or batch cooking environments is helpful
  • Strong understanding of current food and catering trends, with attention to quality, production, and presentation
  • Working knowledge of food cost controls, ordering, and inventory practices
  • Comfort using technology and standard office tools, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and email
  • Willingness to engage in client feedback and satisfaction programs
  • ServSafe certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!

Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

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Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Personal Leave
  • 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID: 1529374

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Michael Abbey

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