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Director of Culinary

3 months ago


Auburn, Alabama, United States teamworkonline Full time
Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company with a commitment to creating quality culinary innovations. This standard was upheld through the expansion into Sports and Entertainment Hospitality Services (POPS&E) by providing elevated concessions and premium offerings to collegiate stadiums, PGA golf tournaments, International Boat Shows, Professional Sports Teams, Raceways & more.

POP S&E is the exclusive food & beverage provider for Auburn University athletics. Football is the largest component with premium hospitality seating areas, including 80 suites, The Nelson Club, The Beckwith Club, Scholarship Donor Areas, North and South Club, Tiger Walk Club and Broadway Club. Proof also provides premium food & beverage services to other sporting and special events throughout the campus.
We are searching for an experienced culinary leader to join our growing Sports & Entertainment team as the Director of Culinary. The ideal candidate has experience in large scale catering operations, has proven experience in building client relationships, and has an impeccable eye for food service details.Responsibilities:
  • Maintain the client relationship with the university and create and nourish new relationships within the community.
  • Execution of culinary operations including planning, ordering, menu creation, and oversight of all game day and event production.
  • Work closely with the sales, operations, and staffing teams to ensure all aspects of service are discussed and understood by all
  • Create financial reporting, to include declining balance, invoice tracking and labor vs. sales reports
  • Develop, implement, and communicate creative menu items that adhere to the Proof of the Pudding standard
  • Execution of game days, events and food service while maintaining the highest level of food quality and presentation
    • Always keeping an eye on the details of service and BEO accuracy
  • Manage financial goals and food cost of multiple coinciding events while maintaining and tracking the culinary budget
  • Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas
  • Create and maintain the overall moral of the kitchen and culinary team
  • Schedule staff and food production in accordance with the demands of business by working closely with the staffing and sales departments to ensure communication and budgets are kept
  • Responsible for training, accountability, and scheduling of the culinary staff
    • Working with the staffing team to ensure schedules for BOH are concurrent with scheduled events
  • Develop comprehensive prep sheets, food distribution plans, and efficient culinary event logistics
  • In slower seasons, this position may be asked to travel and support other Proof of the Pudding venues
Performs other duties as needed
Required Qualifications:
  • A Culinary Arts Degree or related field
  • 5+ years in a lead culinary role, experience in large scale catering or stadiums is necessary.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, internal and external email communications, and purchasing procedures
  • Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community and the Proof of the Pudding Team.
  • Possess the necessary qualities of self- motivation, desire to learn, and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, demanding, collaborative environment
  • Possess the necessary interpersonal skills and demeanor for maintaining a safe, equitable and inclusive work environment
  • Must live near or be willing to relocate to Auburn, AL.
Specialized Qualifications:
  • Proven experience building and maintaining positive relationships with clients
  • Excellent listening and communication skills
  • Proven time management and delegation abilities
  • Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume for multiple service times per day
COMPANY CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
  • Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
  • Dedication - 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."
  • Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company's culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
  • Safety & Security - 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.
  • Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
  • Communication - 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.
  • Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
  • Adaptability & Planning - 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.
  • Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.
Work Environment This role consists of in-office work and traveling throughout the venue and campus. Office work consists of long periods of sitting at a desk, interdepartmental meetings, screen and phone usage, and communicating orally and through writing often. This position can work indoors, outdoors, and in temporary structured tents/buildings.Physical Demands:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Prolonged periods of standing, moving throughout a kitchen and venue, bending, lifting, and reaching.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.
Position Salary & Benefits:
  • This is considered a full-time salary position.
  • Proof is pleased to provide all full-time eligible employees with Basic Life and AD&D as well as long term disability at no cost to employees
  • Full-time eligible employees may choose to enroll in optional benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospitality Indemnity
  • Additional benefits include daily meals onsite and a cell phone stipend.
Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, s ex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.