Compass Group
Wolfgang Puck Catering
Salary:
$70,000 - $80,000
Other Forms of Compensation:
Pay Grade: 11
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 Wolfgang Puck Catering at PIMCO in Newport Beach, where fresh, seasonal ingredients and restaurant-level creativity redefine corporate dining. We’re looking for a Sous Chef who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced kitchen and is passionate about food made from scratch every day.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Executive Chef in daily culinary operations, ensuring consistency and excellence across café, catering, and executive dining programs.
Lead and inspire a team of cooks through hands-on training, coaching, and development.
Oversee prep, production, and service for breakfast, lunch, and catering events.
Ensure compliance with company food, labor, and safety standards.
Maintain strong relationships with front-of-house and client partners to deliver exceptional service experiences.
Contribute to menu innovation and seasonal offerings aligned with Wolfgang Puck’s signature style and PIMCO’s culture.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of culinary leadership experience in a high-volume or fine-dining environment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities with early-morning shifts.
Proven experience with full-scratch cooking, menu execution, and event catering.
ServSafe certification or equivalent.
Passion for hospitality and teamwork in a corporate setting.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Work-life balance: Monday–Friday, early hours—no nights or weekends.
Creative environment: Full-scratch kitchen with seasonal menu development.
Prestige & partnership: Work within the Wolfgang Puck Catering brand at one of the world’s leading investment firms.
Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!
Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA.
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws.
Req ID: 1471850
Wolfgang Puck Catering
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Salary:
$70,000 - $80,000
Other Forms of Compensation:
Pay Grade: 11
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 Wolfgang Puck Catering at PIMCO in Newport Beach, where fresh, seasonal ingredients and restaurant-level creativity redefine corporate dining. We’re looking for a Sous Chef who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced kitchen and is passionate about food made from scratch every day.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Executive Chef in daily culinary operations, ensuring consistency and excellence across café, catering, and executive dining programs.
Lead and inspire a team of cooks through hands-on training, coaching, and development.
Oversee prep, production, and service for breakfast, lunch, and catering events.
Ensure compliance with company food, labor, and safety standards.
Maintain strong relationships with front-of-house and client partners to deliver exceptional service experiences.
Contribute to menu innovation and seasonal offerings aligned with Wolfgang Puck’s signature style and PIMCO’s culture.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of culinary leadership experience in a high-volume or fine-dining environment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities with early-morning shifts.
Proven experience with full-scratch cooking, menu execution, and event catering.
ServSafe certification or equivalent.
Passion for hospitality and teamwork in a corporate setting.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Work-life balance: Monday–Friday, early hours—no nights or weekends.
Creative environment: Full-scratch kitchen with seasonal menu development.
Prestige & partnership: Work within the Wolfgang Puck Catering brand at one of the world’s leading investment firms.
Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!
Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA.
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws.
Req ID: 1471850
Wolfgang Puck Catering
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