Event Chefs - Off-Premise Catering

PROOF OF THE PUDDING•Atlanta, GA

53d•$19 - $23

About The Position

Proof of the Pudding has spent the past four decades providing innovative menus, services, design expertise and event experiences to clients throughout Atlanta and beyond. As a preferred caterer to over 50 venues in and around Atlanta, our Off-Premise team spearheads event innovations and culinary experiences to a range of gatherings from weddings, holiday parties, corporate retreats, and social events. Proof of the Pudding is seeking additional Event Chefs to help facilitate off-premise events and to provide culinary support at events. Event Chefs are primarily responsible for the food production and set-up aspects as it pertains to the event. Event Chefs at times may be required to start their day at the warehouse pre-event to help gather all necessary food items, food quantities, check out food items and rentals as in pertains to the event’s BEO, load truck and gather any additional materials they may need. However, you may just be required to show up directly to the event. This position will report to the Proof of the Pudding corporate office in West Midtown, but will travel to and work events throughout the metro area and beyond. The position will report to the Culinary Captain or Culinary Manager of their event.

Requirements

Must have knowledge of food preparation/food service who has a strong understanding of the execution of BEOs, customer satisfaction and interactive stations.
Must be a phenomenal team player.
Must have impeccable integrity for the industry, the community and the Proof of the Pudding Team.
Excellent listening and communication skills.
Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.
Excellent listening and communication skills
Renowned time management and organization skills
Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs
The ability to work alone and as a team
Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly

Responsibilities

Assist in event kitchen set-up areas by making sure it’s clean and organized for event preparations
Follow proper timeline per the event’s BEO
Read thoroughly and understand the event’s BEO
Know your assigned job duties, which are delegated from the Culinary Management team
Assist in production of all aspects of assigned food production, such as hors d’ oeuvres, food stations, plated meals, buffet, drink stations, dessert, throwing linens, setting up equipment/tables/chairs, and event break down
Demonstrate professional customer service skills while communicating with guests
Assisting in pre-event set up such as loading the truck, assisting in the equipment warehouse, and helping with inventory
Assist and/or lead tasting events in the 1175 office.
Performs other related duties, as required.