Culinary Lead: High-Volume Events, Flexible Schedule

Proof of the Pudding; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meals per shift

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding seeks a Culinary Lead to guide high-volume production for events at University of Georgia and surrounding venues. The role includes overseeing culinary operations, coordinating food, kitchenware, and BEOs, and ensuring menu quality and service standards.

You will supervise kitchen and pantry staff, train new hires, and help maintain organization and efficiency during busy event periods. Seasonal/part-time schedule with athletic-event demand and regional travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a lead culinary role with catering or high-volume experience.
• Experience in a stadium setting is preferred.
• ServSafe certification or ability to obtain training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations for private events.
• Coordinate food, kitchenware, and banquet event orders (BEOs).
• Manage inventory and storage areas; check in and store food orders.
• Develop menu items and dietary accommodations.
• Act as onsite supervisor during service and train new staff.

Skills

Lead Culinary

Staff Oversight

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Proof of the Pudding seeks a Culinary Lead to guide high-volume production for events at University of Georgia and surrounding venues. The role includes overseeing culinary operations, coordinating food, kitchenware, and BEOs, and ensuring menu quality and service standards.

You will supervise kitchen and pantry staff, train new hires, and help maintain organization and efficiency during busy event periods. Seasonal/part-time schedule with athletic-event demand and regional travel as needed.