PASTRY CHEF (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Wolfgang Puck Catering

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PASTRY CHEF positions.

Location: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures - 6067 West Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036.

Note: Online applications accepted only.

Schedule Full time and part time schedules. Days and hours may vary; mornings and evenings are included. More details upon interview.

Requirement 1 to 2 years of previous related experience is preferred.

Pay Range $20.00 per hour to $23.00 per hour.

Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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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 Wolfgangs PASSION for our business, our product, and our people, guests, and 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 dont have to.
• We curate company and partner resources to bring our clients 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 dont have good people it wont get you very far."

Job Summary Creates plans and supervises the daily production of top-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily production and distribution of all pastries, desserts, and baked goods.
• Ensures recipes and standards are followed, food costs are controlled, and appropriate quantity is prepared based on established production needs.
• Ensures proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
• Monitors and controls the maintenance and sanitation of the pastry kitchen and equipment to ensure a work environment that meets, exceeds federal, state, and corporate standards and regulations.
• Supervises hourly kitchen/pastry associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews, and recommending disciplinary action as appropriate.
• Helps plan and implement seasonal menus.
• Orders and maintains pastry supplies and products to ensure appropriate inventory levels.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• AD&D
• 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)

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: https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_WPC.pdf

Safety Requirements Abides by all Company policies and procedures, including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut glove when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins, or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves, or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers, or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

About Compass Group Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry.

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drug-free workplace.

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.