Meet the 31-year-old set to take over Wolfgang Puck's culinary empire. He got his start washing dishes at 12.

Byron Lazaroff-Puck (left) and Wolfgang Puck (right) at the Annual Academy Awards in 2024. JC Olivera/Getty Images Byron Lazaroff-Puck is stepping into a larger role in Wolfgang Puck's culinary empire. He was named President of Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group in 2025. Lazaroff-Puck emphasizes company growth with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. Wolfgang Puck leads a global culinary empire of restaurants and catering services that spans more than 20 countries. At 76, Puck is...