Executive Chef: High-Volume Menu Innovation & Leadership

Proof of the Pudding; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & AD&D

Long term disability

Medical coverage

Daily meals

Cell phone stipend

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding is a chef-led hospitality company delivering food and beverage experiences at major venues across the United States. The Senior Culinary Leader will develop innovative menus, manage client relationships, and supervise a dynamic kitchen team in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires 4+ years in a leadership culinary role, strong cost-control skills, and a commitment to high-quality, from-scratch cooking across multiple service times and events.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a leadership/supervisory culinary role.
• Expert knowledge of a range of cuisines and cooking techniques.
• Demonstrates integrity and motivation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, cost, and execute menus.
• Collaborate with Sales to set prices.
• Manage client relationships and ensure satisfaction.
• Monitor trends in F&B/Catering.
• Maintain kitchen and health code standards.
• Oversee inventory, purchasing, and vendors.
• Lead events and high-volume service.
• Hire and train culinary staff; schedule production.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Costing & budgeting

Client relations

Team management

Job description

Proof of the Pudding is a chef-led hospitality company delivering food and beverage experiences at major venues across the United States. The Senior Culinary Leader will develop innovative menus, manage client relationships, and supervise a dynamic kitchen team in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires 4+ years in a leadership culinary role, strong cost-control skills, and a commitment to high-quality, from-scratch cooking across multiple service times and events.