Cook - Auburn University

PROOF OF THE PUDDING•Auburn, AL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company that has expanded into Sports and Entertainment Hospitality Services, providing elevated concessions and premium offerings. They are the premier food service provider for Premium/Suites Hospitality locations at Auburn University’s Jordan-Hare Stadium. The company is searching for Line Cook(s) to assist the culinary department for game day prep and execution, aiding in culinary execution for football, basketball, and on-site catering events. This is a seasonal/part-time position with business needs dictated by athletic events.

Requirements

1+ years of experience producing food in a high-volume environment.
Must have knowledge of food preparation/food service with a strong understanding of the execution of BEOs, reading production sheets, and completing tasks.
Live within or near Auburn, AL.
ServSafe certified or is available to receive training.
Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner.
Excellent listening and communication skills.
Must have an understanding of food safety practices including, but not limited to, TCS, temperature logs, and cleaning/sanitizing.
Planning, multi-tasking and a phenomenal team player.
Self-motivated with a high energy level and strong verbal communication.
Availability to work all home football games.
Ability to work shifts 8-12 hours depending on business needs.
Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.
Non-slip shoes are necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience in catering is preferred.
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
Running food on game-days, assisting in the organization of menu items according to BEOs and event information.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Uses flat tops, fryers, combi ovens, impinger ovens, and other equipment to produce excellent food according to specifications.
Communicate with BOH and FOH staff to keep food at par levels.
Practicing proper food safety procedures while preparing hot and cold foods.
Read thoroughly and understand the daily menus and recipes.
This position may be an interactive chef during catering service times if needed.
Assist with inventory management and unloading and organizing food orders as directed.
Following all local, federal, and Proof of the Pudding food safety standards.
Performs other related duties as required.