Lead Cook - Hawks Emory Sports Medicine Complex

Proof of the Pudding; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding (POP) is the food service provider for the Atlanta Hawks Basketball Club at the Emory Sports Medicine Complex in Atlanta, GA. We are seeking a Lead Cook to join our team, responsible for culinary support in a fast-paced back-of-house environment.

The role requires leadership, a strong culinary background, and the ability to maintain high food safety and presentation standards while coordinating stations and daily prep.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in culinary arts, cooking, or related fields.
• Flexible scheduling availability.
• Must live near Brookhaven, GA.
• Vaccination against COVID-19 is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support line cooks during daily preparation, service, and closing.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Coordinate kitchen stations to ensure food is prepared accurately and served in a timely manner.
• Assign daily prep and production responsibilities based on service needs and business volume.
• Monitor food quality, taste, temperature, portion size, and presentation before items leave the kitchen.
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, rotating, and properly storing food and kitchen supplies.
• Follow proper food-handling procedures, including temperature control, labeling, dating, cooling, reheating, and storage.
• Maintain clean and orderly cooking stations, equipment, coolers, storage areas, and shared workspaces.
• Complete opening, shift-change, and closing checklists accurately.
• Promote teamwork and maintain respectful, professional communication with culinary, service, and management teams.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Hawks Emory Sports Medicine Complex - Atlanta, GA 30324

Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00

Proof of the Pudding (POP) is the food service provider for the Atlanta Hawks Basketball Club at the Emory Sports Medicine Complex. This complex is the official practice facility of the Hawks. POP provides meal services multiple times per day year-round to ensure players, staff, and coaches are fueled with a health-focused menu.

We are seeking a Lead Cook to join our team. This position will be integral to the back of house by providing culinary support.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support line cooks during daily preparation, service, and closing procedures.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to approved recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Coordinate kitchen stations to ensure food is prepared accurately and served in a timely manner.
• Assign daily prep and production responsibilities based on service needs and business volume.
• Monitor food quality, taste, temperature, portion size, and presentation before items leave the kitchen.
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, rotating, and properly storing food and kitchen supplies.
• Follow proper food-handling procedures, including temperature control, labeling, dating, cooling, reheating, and storage.
• Maintain clean and orderly cooking stations, equipment, coolers, storage areas, and shared workspaces.
• Complete opening, shift-change, and closing checklists accurately.
• Promote teamwork and maintain respectful, professional communication with culinary, service, and management teams.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef.

QualificationsQualifications:

• Previous experience in culinary arts, cooking, or other related fields
• Flexible Availability for Scheduling
• Must live near or be willing to commute to Brookhaven, GA

Specialized Qualifications

• Passion for food and cooking techniques
• Strong leadership qualities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to remain professional and respectful when around professional sports team
• Due to a client request, all employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19

Work Environment

This position will report to and work from the Emory Sports Medicine Complex. This position will require standing, lifting, and moving product, equipment, and food items. Food Service will consist of a hospitable and social atmosphere with food, beverage, and A+ customer service.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing and moving through a kitchen and food service area
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• 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.
• 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.”
• 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.
• Teamwork- Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication- Communicate clearl{