Director of Operations - Golf & Special Events - Proof Of The Pudding By Mgr

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company throughout the Southeast with a commitment to crafting creative culinary creations. This sta...

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Hospitality, Project Management, or related field and 8+ years of experience in a food & beverage leadership position

Operations leadership experience in stadiums, live concerts, convention centers, or similar is required

Proven understanding of financial concepts, leadership abilities, and strong organizational practices.

Professionalism and ability to communicate with clients and VIP personnel

Ability and willingness to travel throughout the year for extended periods of time.

Specialized Qualifications:

Must be a team player, well organized, and have strong computer/Microsoft Office skills

Excellent listening and communication skills

Renowned time management skills

Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs

Knowledge of Catering Operations

The ability to work alone and as a team

Work Environment  

Non-travel days: This position has the opportunity to work remotely or work out of the Atlanta Corporate office. 

During travel: Events will be in an outdoor setting with movement between temporary structures, buildings, and semi loading trucks. This position will often operate carts, walk across uneven surfaces, and climb stairs as needed.

Physical Demands: 

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue with bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items 

Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.  Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.

Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion.  Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.  Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”

Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.  

Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards.  Use equipment and materials properly.  Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.  Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately.  Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.

Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.

Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.  

Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency.  Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.

Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations.  Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.

Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.  

Position Salary & Benefits:

This is considered a full-time salary position.

Proof is pleased to provide all full-time eligible employees with Basic Life and AD&D as well as long term disability at no cost to employees

Full-time eligible employees may choose to enroll in optional benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospitality Indemnity 

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.