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Executive Chef - Off-Premise Catering

Atlanta, GA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive salary
Performance bonus
basic life insurance
AD and D insurance
long term disability
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
voluntary life insurance
short term disability
Voluntary Accident Insurance
Voluntary critical illness insurance
voluntary hospitality indemnity
Cell Phone Allowance
Auto Reimbursement

Job Description

Proof of the Pudding is a well-established catering company based in Atlanta, Georgia, with a proven track record of over forty years delivering innovative menus, exceptional services, design expertise, and unforgettable event experiences. Serving as a preferred caterer for more than 50 venues throughout Atlanta and its surrounding areas, Proof of the Pudding has built a strong reputation for its commitment to quality, creativity, and client satisfaction. The company specializes in a variety of events, including weddings, holiday parties, corporate retreats, and social gatherings, with a dedicated Off-Premise team that leads event innovations and culinary experiences.

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Job Requirements

  • 4+ years experience in senior culinary leadership
  • Experience in off-premise or high volume catering
  • Knowledge of cuisine and cooking techniques
  • Integrity and professional conduct
  • Self-motivation and enthusiasm
  • Interpersonal skills for inclusive work environment
  • Effective communication and listening skills
  • Ability to manage time and delegate tasks
  • Physical ability to lift approx. 30 lbs
  • Availability to work in office, venues, and temporary setups
  • Willingness to travel as needed
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Commitment to safety and cleanliness standards

Job Qualifications

  • 4+ years in a senior leadership high volume culinary role
  • Experience in off-premise catering preferred
  • Expert knowledge of a range of cuisines and cooking techniques
  • Impeccable integrity for the business, community, and team
  • Self-motivated with enthusiasm for fast-paced, demanding, and collaborative environments
  • Strong interpersonal skills for maintaining a safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment
  • Proven experience building and maintaining positive relationships with clients
  • Excellent listening and communication skills
  • Proven time management and delegation abilities
  • Ability to produce consistent high volume products for multiple service times per day

Job Duties

  • Developing, costing, and executing unique and innovative custom menus
  • Collaborating with the sales team to set menu prices
  • Staying current on developing trends in the food and beverage/catering industry
  • Maintaining the kitchen and surrounding areas in compliance with company standards and health regulations
  • Monitoring inventory and purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors
  • Executing events and food service while maintaining the highest level of food quality and presentation
  • Producing a consistent product in a high-volume environment
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of creative menu items
  • Creating and maintaining overall morale of the kitchen and culinary team
  • Assisting with the hiring and training of culinary team members
  • Scheduling staff and food production according to business demands
  • Leading weekly BEO meetings to ensure communication across sales, operations, culinary, and management departments
  • Overseeing and coordinating client tastings, staff lunches, on-site mixers, and other special events
  • Managing and overseeing event logistics including food preparation, distribution, and on-site execution
  • Continuously updating and innovating menus including holiday, wedding, social, and corporate event menus

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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