Sous Chef
About The Position
Proof of the Pudding, the food and beverage operator at the Gas South Arena, is looking for a seasoned Sous Chef to help lead the concessions and premium hospitality culinary program. The Sous Chef will be a point person in all culinary aspects in the kitchen, will attend all events to ensure efficiency, and assist the Executive Chef in operational duties. The Sous Chef will serve as a key member of the culinary leadership team, overseeing kitchen operations, supporting event execution, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and service. This role will be actively involved in all events, helping to drive efficiency, maintain operational excellence, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Requirements
- Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
- A degree/training in the culinary arts, hospitality management, or equivalent.
- Must be a leader looking to grow themselves and a team.
- Must have previous experience in high volume catering.
- Knowledge of kitchen tools
- Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Ability to run a kitchen like you own it.
- Exceptional knife skills, knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques, and the ability to teach
Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning and execution of event menus
- Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
- Creating and maintaining the overall moral of the kitchen and culinary team
- Assist with training of new culinary staff
- Assists Executive Chef with logistical planning and execution of events as directed
- Assist with purchasing and inventory management for all culinary operations
- Assist with month end inventory counts
- Develop, implement, and communicate creative menu items that adhere to the Proof of the Pudding standard of innovation and excellence
- Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
- Lead and coach culinary department to develop a strong and growing team.
- Performs other related duties as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Benefits include daily meals per shift.
- Flexible schedule, in unique and exciting work locations.
- Opportunity for advancement.
- On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
