Wolfgang Puck Catering
Salary: $65,000 - $70,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Commission Plan
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 Summary
At Wolfgang Puck Catering, we believe every event is an opportunity to create something unforgettable. We're looking for a Catering Sales Manager who thrives at the intersection of relationship-building, creativity, and execution.
Competitive base salary of $65,000 to $70,000, with the opportunity to earn up to $37K in commission when consistently meeting monthly sales goals.
In this role, you'll lead the full sales journey-from prospecting and designing experiences to bringing events to life onsite. Partnering closely with culinary and operations teams, you'll help deliver exceptional corporate and social events that reflect Wolfgang Puck's signature standards.
This position offers a primarily Monday-Friday schedule, with some flexibility for occasional weekend events.
What You'll Do
Grow catering revenue through thoughtful prospecting, outreach, and client relationship management
Guide clients through the full event lifecycle-from first inquiry through post-event follow-up
Design tailored proposals, menus, and pricing in partnership with culinary leadership
Create contracts, proposals, and Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) with strong attention to detail
Coordinate seamlessly with sales, culinary, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution
Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial targets to support business growth
Monitor food and labor costs while maintaining service excellence
Build and maintain a strong local client network, including vendors and partners
Support and oversee onsite event execution as needed
Contribute to a collaborative team environment by mentoring and supporting team members
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
Track performance through reporting and assist with receivables
Support special projects and new initiatives as the business evolves
What You Bring
Experience in catering sales, hospitality, or event management with a track record of achieving sales goals
A proactive approach to developing new business and strengthening existing client relationships
Interest in food, beverage, and hospitality trends, with an appreciation for high-quality service
Experience collaborating with chefs or culinary teams to develop event menus
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Comfort working in a fast-paced, event-driven environment with shifting priorities
Experience coaching or supporting team members in a collaborative setting
Familiarity with A/V setup for events is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and general business systems
A client-focused mindset grounded in professionalism and integrity
Hospitality or catering experience (around 3+ years is helpful, but not required if skills are transferable)
Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!
Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA
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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.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic 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)
Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.
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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\WageTransparency\WPC.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1545637
Wolfgang Puck Catering
Michael Abbey
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