PASTRY CHEF

Wolfgang Puck Catering, located at 1080 San Mateo Avenue in South San Francisco, California, is a renowned provider of premium catering services. Known for its commitment to culinary excellence and exceptional event catering, Wolfgang Puck Catering is part of the broader Compass Group network, which represents one of the leading companies in the foodservice industry. Compass Group is recognized nationwide for delivering outstanding dining and event catering solutions to some of the most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients. The company is dedicated to offering top-quality food, exceptional service, and a collaborative work environment that fosters growth and opportunity for its employees. This position is a full-time role based at the Wolfgang Puck Catering location, offering a fixed pay rate of $30.00 per hour. The working schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours that may vary and additional details to be provided during the interview process.

The role of Pastry Chef at Wolfgang Puck Catering is a pivotal culinary position responsible for the creation, planning, and supervision of daily pastry production. The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of prior pastry chef experience, demonstrating expertise in the preparation of top-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods. The Pastry Chef oversees the timely production and distribution of all pastry items, ensuring adherence to recipes and standards while maintaining control of food costs and production quantities. This position demands a strong focus on food handling, presentation, portion control, and temperature maintenance to guarantee an exceptional dining experience. In addition to daily production responsibilities, the Pastry Chef is tasked with maintaining kitchen sanitation and safety standards that comply with federal, state, and corporate regulations. Leadership is a key element of the role, as the Pastry Chef supervises a team of hourly kitchen and pastry associates, managing interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions when necessary. Collaborating in menu planning, particularly the implementation of seasonal menu offerings, forms an important part of the duties. The Pastry Chef also manages inventory by ordering necessary supplies and products to ensure the kitchen is adequately stocked. Wolfgang Puck Catering is proud to provide a wide array of benefits to its employees, including both full-time and part-time associates, reinforcing the company’s commitment to employee well-being and satisfaction. Full-time employees additionally enjoy comprehensive health benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, and more, fostering a supportive work-life balance. Overall, this role offers an exciting opportunity for a passionate pastry professional to contribute to a leading catering company that values quality, teamwork, and excellence in the culinary arts.