Culinary Event Center General Manager – Lead F&B Ops

Proof of the Pudding; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead and oversee all culinary operations for the CUTX Event Center in Allen, TX. This leadership role manages day-to-day food and beverage operations, event oversight, staffing, communications, logistics, and full financial performance.

The ideal candidate brings strong catering leadership experience, meticulous budget management skills, and a passion for delivering upscale, high-quality event experiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5+ years of food service management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and inventory systems.
• Experience with budgeting, P&L statements, and cost control.
• Food Safety Certification (e.g., ServSafe Manager) preferred.
• Extensive experience in reviewing and analyzing financial reports, including P&L and balance sheets.

Responsibilities

• Drives methods to improve quality, efficiency and productivity, reduce costs, increase profits, and improve control measures.
• Set comprehensive goals for department performance and growth
• Oversee daily operations of the department and the work of 40 hourly/seasonal employees
• Lead employees to achieve optimal performance by assessing their results based on clear expectations, data, and metrics, promoting engagement to enhance morale
• Organizing frequent meetings and open lines of communication with sales, operations, culinary, and warehouse teams.
• Monitoring the team and event schedule including reporting status and progress updates
• Interviewing new employees, developing talent strategies, and coaching leaders
• Foster a growth-oriented, positive environment while ensuring adherence to policies
• Open-door policy for grievances and timely escalation
• Generate weekly forecasting and monthly reporting; approve invoices and reporting on finances
• Forge strategic partnerships with clients, vendors, and venue partners
• Manage facilities operations for corporate building and warehouse, including after-hours oversight

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or business

ServSafe Manager certification

Tools

Inventory systems

Budgeting tools

Job description

Proof of the Pudding is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead and oversee all culinary operations for the CUTX Event Center in Allen, TX. This leadership role manages day-to-day food and beverage operations, event oversight, staffing, communications, logistics, and full financial performance.

The ideal candidate brings strong catering leadership experience, meticulous budget management skills, and a passion for delivering upscale, high-quality event experiences.