Prep Cooks - Georgia International Convention Center - PROOF OF THE PUDDING

Entry

Georgia International Conv Center - College Park, GA

Part Time

None

Negligible

Any

Entry Level

Proof of the Pudding offers elevated catering and concessions for meetings, exhibit hall booths, conventions, and special events at the Georgia International Convention Center which includes a 9,800 sq. ft. state-of-the-art culinary arts center and Georgia's largest ballroom at 40,000 sq. ft.

We are seeking additional Prep Cooks to help facilitate events and to provide culinary support in the main kitchen. Prep Cooks are primarily responsible for mass food production, kitchen cleanliness, and assisting the executive and culinary leadership as directed. The ideal candidate has experience in catering and/or a desire to learn more about large scale kitchen processes.

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following prep lists created by lead culinary.
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings and preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock to be used in the cooking process.
• Preparing simple dishes as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise.
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures.
• Accepting or rejecting ingredients from suppliers.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
• Maintaining the highest level of food quality with your culinary team.
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas.

Performs other related duties, as required.

• 1+ year of experience working in a kitchen, experience in catering is preferred.
• Must have knowledge of food preparation/food service with a strong understanding of the execution of BEOs, reading production sheets, and completing tasks.
• ServSafe certified or is available to receive training.

• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner.
• Excellent listening, communication skills, and customer service.
• Planning and multi-tasking
• Self-motivated with a high energy level and strong verbal communication.
• Verbal communication
• Must have an understanding of food safety practices including, but not limited to temperature logs, and cleaning/sanitizing paperwork.

This position will be stationed out of Georgia International Convention Center. This position will spend majority of time in the kitchen working with typical kitchen equipment including knives, electrical mixers, ovens, hot pans, and more.

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.

Non-slip shoes are necessary.

• Prolonged periods of moving through an event space, and traveling throughout the stadium
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Manual dexterity to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Must be able to lift up-to 40 pounds at times.

• 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.

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift.
• Opportunity for advancement. Proof of the Pudding is consistently seeking to amplify talented team member's roles.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.

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.