Job Details
Level
Management
Job Location
Gas South Arena - Duluth, GA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Salary Range
$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage
Up to 50%
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Restaurant - Food Service
Description
Gas South Region consists of six venues in and around Gwinnett County; Gas South District Center, Gas South Arena, Buford Community Center, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, and University of Georgia. With a mixture of events, concessions, and premium hospitality throughout the region, the Executive Sous Chef will support all locations, but their main focus is leading the culinary programs at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Gas South Arena, and UGA.
We are seeking a seasoned Executive Sous Chef to provide strong leadership at multiple venues with the ability of effectively coordinating every aspect of food production while consistently procuring a high level of quality and service in both front and back of the house. The Executive Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef, Regional Executive Chef and kitchen team to execute events.
Responsibilities:

• Be a culinary lead for Gas South Region scheduled events - with a specific ownership to Road Atlanta, University of Georgia, and Gas South Arena events.
• Execution of events and food service while maintaining the highest level of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Assist in the training, mentoring, and hiring of kitchen staff and help develop staff to reach full potential.
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a high-volume environment.
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas.
• Assist in the development and implementation of creative menu items that adhere to Proof of the Pudding standards.
• Creating and maintaining the overall morale of the kitchen and culinary team.
• Schedules Staff and food production in accordance with the demands of business, the direction of Regional Executive Chef and Company policies.
• Assist Executive Chef with logistical planning and execution of events as directed.
• Assist with ordering, budget preparation, inventory control, menu development, financial reports, and scheduling

Performs other related duties as necessary.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• 3 years in a leadership culinary role
• Large scale catering experience is necessary, Sports & Entertainment catering experience is preferred.
• Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community and our Proof of the Pudding Team
• Possess the necessary qualities of self- motivation, desire to learn, and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, demanding, and collaborative environment
• Proven leadership skills and the motivation to step up and run the kitchen when the Executive Chef is not onsite

Specialized Qualifications:

• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Ability to run a business as if you own it
• Exhibit cooking skills, knowledge, and food handling skills consistent with contemporary training and have the desire to learn more

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
This position will work out of the Gas South District Convention Center, but can travel to other venues within the Gas South District. The Executive Sous Chef will be in and out of kitchens and event venues with shifts having long periods of standing and moving equipment and/or food product.
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. 40 lbs.

Position Salary & Benefits:

• This is considered a full-time salary role.
• 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.