Prep Cook - Carter Presidential Center

PROOF OF THE PUDDING • Atlanta, GA

5d • $19 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Proof of the Pudding (POP) provides exclusive award-winning catering and provisions within the Carter Presidential Center, from small executive retreats to multi-day conferences, and elegant evening receptions and special events. Whether catering professional corporate conferences to upscale weddings, the POPStars at Carter Presidential Center will host it all! Join our reputable Carter Presidential Center team as a Prep Cook! We are seeking knowledgeable, well-organized, Prep Cooks to help facilitate events and provide culinary support in the Carter Presidential Center kitchen. Prep Cooks are primarily responsible for mass food production, kitchen cleanliness, and assisting the executive and culinary leadership as directed.

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience working in a kitchen, experience in catering is preferred.
• Must have knowledge of food preparation/food service with a strong understanding of the execution of BEOs, reading production sheets, and completing tasks.
• Knowledge of upscale/VIP service styles required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• 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.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.
• Non-slip shoes are necessary.
• Prolonged periods of being in one place and moving through an event space
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.
• Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• 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.”
• Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• 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.
• Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• 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.
• Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• 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.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high volume events is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following prep lists created by lead culinary.
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings and preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock to be used in the cooking process.
• 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.
• Accepting or rejecting ingredients from suppliers.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• daily meals per shift.
• Opportunity for advancement. Proof of the Pudding is consistently seeking to amplify talented team member’s roles.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees