Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
basic life insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
long-term disability insurance
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company with a prominent presence throughout the Southeast United States. Known for its commitment to culinary excellence and innovative food concepts created from scratch, Proof of the Pudding has expanded its services to include Sports and Entertainment Hospitality Services. This expansion has allowed the company to provide elevated concession experiences and premium hospitality offerings to a variety of high-profile venues including collegiate stadiums, PGA golf tournaments, International Boat Shows, professional sports teams, and more. The company's dedication to quality and creativity has positioned it as a leader in the catering and hospitality... Show More
Job Requirements
- 10+ years of culinary leadership experience
- Minimum 5 years as Executive Chef or similar role
- Experience in large event catering and premium hospitality
- Ability to develop diverse culinary menus
- Leadership skills for managing multi-unit kitchens
- Knowledge of food and labor cost control
- Familiarity with kitchen technology and POS systems
- Understanding of food safety and HACCP protocols
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Willingness to relocate to Texas
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong time management
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume environments
Job Qualifications
- 10+ years of culinary leadership experience
- At least 5 years in an Executive Chef or high-level culinary management role
- Experience in large-scale event catering, premium hospitality, and entertainment venue food service
- Strong culinary vision and creativity with diverse menu development skills
- Exceptional leadership managing high-volume, multi-unit kitchen operations
- Expertise in food and labor cost controls, menu engineering, and operational efficiency
- Proficient with kitchen technology, POS systems, and high-traffic venue workflows
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP protocols, and sustainability practices
- Experience launching new food and beverage concepts is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred
- Must live near or be willing to relocate to Texas
- Proven ability to build and maintain positive client relationships
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Strong time management and delegation abilities
- Ability to consistently produce high-volume meals for multiple service times per day
Job Duties
- Develop and execute multi-tiered culinary programs spanning high-end hospitality and large-scale concessions
- Curate seasonal, on-trend menus balancing premium experiences and approachable fare
- Ensure consistency and quality across all food offerings from luxury dining to concessions
- Lead and manage a large culinary team across multiple venues
- Develop and enforce standard operating procedures for foodservice operations
- Oversee catering menus production for corporate events, suites, and event days
- Manage food cost and labor budgets while maintaining quality offerings
- Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to source premium ingredients
- Recruit, train, and mentor sous chefs, kitchen managers, and culinary staff
- Lead pre-shift meetings and tastings to ensure staff knowledge and engagement
- Oversee inventory control, purchasing, and vendor negotiations
- Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and accountability
- Provide ongoing training in food preparation, presentation, and safety
- Ensure kitchen operations align with food waste reduction and sustainability initiatives
- Collaborate with POS team to optimize kitchen service speed
- Perform other related duties as needed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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