Event Kitchen Lead - High-Volume Culinary Supervisor

Proof of the Pudding; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal while working

On-the-job training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding in Grand Prairie, TX, is seeking an experienced Culinary Supervisor to lead back-of-house operations for Gil's events and daily prep. The role supports the Executive Chef as a leadership point person for the culinary and POP teams.

This full-time position leads daily prep, food production, and event execution, overseeing staff and inventory to ensure on-time service. Competitive hourly pay reflects 25–29 USD per hour, with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2+ years of lead culinary experience in catering or high-volume settings.
• Experience in a stadium setting is preferred.
• Ability to produce menu items consistently and in high volume.
• Leadership qualities with a focus on team development.
• ServSafe certified or available to receive training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight of day-to-day culinary operations for Gil's events as scheduled.
• Assist with the coordinating of food and kitchenware orders.
• Assist with inventory and organization of storage areas and oversee checking in and putting away food orders.
• Assist in the development of menu items and game-day packages.
• Be an onsite supervisor during food service times.
• Managing time effectively to ensure all BEO/menu items are completed prior to service times and according to recipe guidelines.
• Managing the team that is scheduled in the kitchen or pantry areas.
• Assist with on-the-job training of new employees ensuring all staff are set up for success.
• Attending and executing each assigned event to ensure that it runs smoothly from the set-up to the break-down.
• Assisting in post-event tasks including inputting payroll and inventory as directed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Proof of the Pudding in Grand Prairie, TX, is seeking an experienced Culinary Supervisor to lead back-of-house operations for Gil's events and daily prep. The role supports the Executive Chef as a leadership point person for the culinary and POP teams.

This full-time position leads daily prep, food production, and event execution, overseeing staff and inventory to ensure on-time service. Competitive hourly pay reflects 25–29 USD per hour, with growth opportunities.