Wolfgang Puck Catering
Overview
Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking a Chef Manager to lead events from start to finish, while overseeing retail and grab-and-go offerings across two small pantry-style kitchens. This role is logistics-heavy, requiring strong organizational skills to juggle commissary orders, coordinate deliveries, and ensure flawless execution for catering, takeaway, and daily retail service. You will manage a small, dedicated team and work closely with operations to deliver seamless, high-quality dining experiences on a Monday through Friday schedule. Salary:
$80,000 - $85,000
(Pay Grade: 13). Other forms of compensation will be determined per policy. This position reports to Wolfgang Puck Catering and is based in San Francisco, CA. Key Responsibilities
Oversee culinary execution for on-site catering, including logistics, prep, and service. Coordinate commissary orders and manage food flow into pantry-style kitchens. Lead and support a small back-of-house team, providing direction, training, and daily oversight. Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and timing for events of all sizes. Manage cost controls, track expenditures, and adhere to budget goals. Collaborate with operations and event managers to anticipate needs and adapt quickly to changes. Maintain sanitation and food safety standards in compliance with Health Department regulations. Preferred Qualifications
Culinary degree or equivalent experience. 3–5 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, with a strong catering or event background. Proven ability to manage logistics-heavy operations and multiple moving parts. Experience managing small teams and fostering a collaborative environment. Solid understanding of food and catering trends, with a focus on execution and guest experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general digital literacy. ServSafe certification highly desirable. 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) Legal and Equal Opportunity
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many benefits. Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drug-free workplace and adheres to applicable paid time off and leave policies.Req ID: 1465270
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Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking a Chef Manager to lead events from start to finish, while overseeing retail and grab-and-go offerings across two small pantry-style kitchens. This role is logistics-heavy, requiring strong organizational skills to juggle commissary orders, coordinate deliveries, and ensure flawless execution for catering, takeaway, and daily retail service. You will manage a small, dedicated team and work closely with operations to deliver seamless, high-quality dining experiences on a Monday through Friday schedule. Salary:
$80,000 - $85,000
(Pay Grade: 13). Other forms of compensation will be determined per policy. This position reports to Wolfgang Puck Catering and is based in San Francisco, CA. Key Responsibilities
Oversee culinary execution for on-site catering, including logistics, prep, and service. Coordinate commissary orders and manage food flow into pantry-style kitchens. Lead and support a small back-of-house team, providing direction, training, and daily oversight. Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and timing for events of all sizes. Manage cost controls, track expenditures, and adhere to budget goals. Collaborate with operations and event managers to anticipate needs and adapt quickly to changes. Maintain sanitation and food safety standards in compliance with Health Department regulations. Preferred Qualifications
Culinary degree or equivalent experience. 3–5 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, with a strong catering or event background. Proven ability to manage logistics-heavy operations and multiple moving parts. Experience managing small teams and fostering a collaborative environment. Solid understanding of food and catering trends, with a focus on execution and guest experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general digital literacy. ServSafe certification highly desirable. 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) Legal and Equal Opportunity
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many benefits. Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drug-free workplace and adheres to applicable paid time off and leave policies.Req ID: 1465270
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