Wolfgang Puck Catering Salary: $80,000 - $90,000Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 12 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 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-oBrENwdQ) 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 SummaryAt the LA Commissary with Wolfgang Puck Catering, where culinary magic unfolds for our events and corporate accounts, we have an exciting opportunity for a Back of the House Manager. In this role, you will be the driving force behind all activities in the back of the unit for the commissary, providing essential leadership and guidance to our utility and culinary teams. Your responsibilities will encompass hiring, training, developing, coaching, and counseling.Key Responsibilities:
Adhere diligently to HACCP guidelines, ensuring the efficient, safe, and sanitary execution of food production, purchasing, receiving, food storage, and facility maintenance.
Provide strong leadership and direction to our utility and culinary teams, managing crucial aspects such as hiring, training, development, coaching, and counseling.
Oversee inventory management, ordering/purchasing, food cost controls, training initiatives, and sanitation protocols.
Preferred Qualifications:
A degree in Culinary Arts is preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
Possess a minimum of three years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
Demonstrate expertise in high-volume purchasing, food storage, inventory control, and sanitation procedures.
Be a self-starter with exceptional multitasking abilities.
Exhibit knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles.
Have the physical capability to lift, bend, and carry up to 40 lbs. as well as manage proper food item storage.
Possess strong supervisory, leadership, hands-on management, and coaching skills.
Communicate effectively both in written and verbal form.
Proficiency in various computer programs, Microsoft Office applications, e-mail, and internet usage.
Implement strong financial, budgetary, and food cost control practices.
Uphold the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior.
Possession of ServSafe or Department of Health certification is a plus.
Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-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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