Executive Chef (FT)

Executive Chef, Wolfgang Puck Catering Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 Other Forms of Compensation: 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: Join our dynamic team as the Executive Chef at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Innovation Building's brand-new Café Bolo, with the world-renowned Wolfgang Puck Catering.
This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of an exciting culinary adventure! As our Executive Chef, you'll lead the charge in delivering outstanding culinary experiences.
Your responsibilities will include being responsible for kitchen operations, maintaining a safe and sanitary environment, ensuring that every meal meets our high standards, and leading all aspects of catering services for events.
If you're an upbeat, ambitious culinary professional, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Key Responsibilities: Create and modify menus in line with established guidelines.
Ensure standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards are met.
Train kitchen staff in food preparation, safety, equipment operation, and sanitation.
Maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and work areas.
Manage food and non-food supplies inventory.
Make informed decisions regarding leftover food products.
Comply with health and sanitation regulations and procedures.
Uphold safety policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications: A.
S.
or equivalent experience.
Three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
Extensive catering experience is a plus.
High-volume, complex foodservice operations experience is highly desirable.
Institutional and batch cooking experiences.
Hands-on chef experience is a must.
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ServSafe certification is highly desirable.
Apply to Wolfgang Puck today! Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass 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.
We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
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.
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