Lead Cook Proof of the Pudding

• 3.7 Brookhaven, GA Job Details Full-time $20
• $25 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Teamwork Interpersonal skills Team leadership Safety regulations Professional ethics Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Leading team collaboration initiatives Safety equipment Guest services Safety standard operating procedures Kitchen stations Cross-functional communication Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description Proof of the Pudding (POP) is the food service provider for the Atlanta Hawks Basketball Team at the Emory Sports Medicine Complex.

This complex is the official practice facility of the Atlanta Hawks. POP provides meal services multiple times per day year-round to ensure players, staff, and coaches are fueled with a health-focused menu. We are seeking a Lead Cook to join our team. This position will be integral to the back of house by providing culinary support.

Responsibilities:

Lead and support line cooks during daily preparation, service, and closing procedures. Prepare and cook menu items according to approved recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines. Coordinate kitchen stations to ensure food is prepared accurately and served in a timely manner. Assign daily prep and production responsibilities based on service needs and business volume. Monitor food quality, taste, temperature, portion size, and presentation before items leave the kitchen. Assist with receiving, inspecting, rotating, and properly storing food and kitchen supplies. Follow proper food-handling procedures, including temperature control, labeling, dating, cooling, reheating, and storage. Maintain clean and orderly cooking stations, equipment, coolers, storage areas, and shared workspaces. Complete opening, shift-change, and closing checklists accurately. Promote teamwork and maintain respectful, professional communication with culinary, service, and management teams. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in culinary arts, cooking, or other related fields Flexible Availability for Scheduling Must live near or be willing to commute to Brookhaven, GA Specialized Qualifications Passion for food and cooking techniques Strong leadership qualities Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment The ability to remain professional and respectful when around professional sports team Work Environment This position will report to and work from the Emory Sports Medicine Complex. This position will require standing, lifting, and moving product, equipment, and food items. Food Service will consist of a hospitable and social atmosphere with food, beverage, and A+ customer service. Uniform Requirements Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines

Physical Demands:

Prolonged periods of standing and moving through a kitchen and food service area Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• 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.

Position Salary & Benefits:

Starting rate is $20

• $25/hour Benefits include daily meals per shift Proof is pleased to provide all full-time eligible employees with Basic Life and AD&D at no cost to you Full-time eligible employees may choose to enroll in optional benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospitality Indemnity 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, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

Pay:

$20.00

• $25.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person