Executive Sous Chef - Georgia Tech - Proof Of The Pudding By Mgr

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company throughout the Southeast with a commitment to creating quality culinary innovations. This st...

Required Qualifications

4+ years of experience in a lead culinary role, experience in Sports & Entertainment, Large Scale Events, or Stadium Catering is preferred

A degree/training in the culinary arts, hospitality management, or equivalent.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, internal and external email communications, and purchasing procedures

Knowledge of budget management, labor, and food costs.

Must live near or be willing to relocate to Atlanta, GA.

Specialty Qualifications

Must be a natural leader, one who had fire in the belly to lead and love what they do.

Must be a chef who thrives on creativity, customer satisfaction and flavor profiles

Present oneself in a manner consistent with professional appearance, good personal hygiene and grooming, and respectful conduct to all external and internal customers / contacts at all times

Exhibit cooking skills, knowledge, and food handling skills consistent with contemporary training and requirements of similar position in industry

COMPANY 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.   

Work Environment 

The work environment for this position will be event operations and working out of the Football Stadium or similar venues. This position will often move throughout campus and stadium grounds on different terrains.

Physical Demands:

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

Prolonged periods of standing, moving throughout a kitchen and venue, bending, lifting, and reaching.

Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

Position Salary & Benefits:

This is considered a salary, full-time 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

Additional benefits include a cell phone stipend and daily meals onsite.

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