Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company throughout the Southeast with a commitment to creating quality culinary innovations. This standard was upheld through the expansion into Sports and Entertainment Hospitality Services by providing elevated concessions and premium offerings to collegiate stadiums, PGA golf tournaments, International Boat Shows, Professional Sports Teams, & more.
We are currently seeking an experienced Executive Chef for Mississippi State University, located in Starkville, MS to oversee the Student Athletics Training Table. The Executive Chef would oversee all culinary aspects including menu development, day to day operations, employee development, budget management, and kitchen management.
Key Responsibilities:
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Overseeing and effectively managing all day-to-day duties to ensure that each service time is executed flawlessly from start to finish.
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Plan and execute game-day menus for the Student Training Table.
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Student Training table runs daily with 2 meal periods.
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Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; securing revenues; and maintaining security systems.
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Managing and working very closely with Account Executive(s) to fully understand event details including custom menus, event set up, and event specifics.
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Responsible for all culinary aspects of the daily Student Athlete Training Table program.
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Total execution of events and food service while maintaining the highest level of food quality and presentation.
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Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume.
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Purchasing and inventory management for all operations.
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Meets venue financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
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Create weekly financial reporting, to include declining balance, invoice tracking and labor vs. sales reports.
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Develop, implement, and communicate creative menu items that adhere to the Proof of the Pudding standard of innovation and excellence.
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Manage financial goals and food cost while maintaining and tracking the venue’s budget
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Knowledge of Microsoft Office, internal and external email communications, and purchasing procedures.
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Responsible for training, accountability, and scheduling of the culinary staff.
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Working with the HR team to ensure schedules for FOH & BOH are concurrent with scheduled events.
Responsibilities not limited to this list
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
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A Culinary Arts Degree or related field.
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5+ years in a lead culinary role, plus experience in a Sports & Entertainment hospitality culinary role.
Specialized Qualifications:
- Must be a natural leader with a fire in their belly to lead and love what they do.
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Must be a chef who thrives on creativity, customer satisfaction and flavor profiles.
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Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community and the Proof of the Pudding Team.
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Proven experience building and maintaining positive relationships with clients .
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Excellent listening and communication skills.
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Proven time management and delegation abilities.
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Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume for multiple service times per day.
Work Environment
The work environment for this position will be event operations and working out of the Football Stadium or similar venues. This position will often move throughout campus and stadium grounds on different terrains. This role will also be in and out of freezers and coolers and utilizing typical kitchen equipment.
Uniform Requirements
Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.
Non-slip shoes are necessary.
Physical Demands:
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Prolonged periods of being in one place, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue.
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Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items.
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Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.
CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
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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.
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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.”
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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.
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Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
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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.
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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.
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Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.
Position Salary & Benefits:
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This is a salaried position with a yearly performance bonus.
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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.
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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.
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.
