Morning Cold Kitchen Lead — Production & Quality

Proof of the Pudding; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life and AD&D

Long-term disability

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding, a chef-led hospitality company, seeks an Entry Level Cold Production Lead for off-premise events in Atlanta, GA. The role supports morning culinary operations, ensures production accuracy, and upholds high standards of quality, organization, and safety.

You will lead when the Sous Chef is unavailable and help manage early shifts. The position is full-time hourly with benefits including Basic Life, AD&D, long-term disability, and optional medical/dental/vision plans.

Qualifications

• Education level is none.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify party carts, short lists, fire times, and priority items to ensure timely and accurate execution.
• Open the kitchen for early-morning events, breakfasts, and departing parties, ensuring all stations are prepared and operational.
• Assist in assigning daily production tasks and follow up to ensure proper delegation and completion, focusing on cold side production.
• Serve as acting lead in the absence of the Sous Chef, orchestrating the daily plan and ensuring smooth execution across all stations.
• Receive product deliveries, conduct quality checks, and sign off on items when Purchasing, Utility, or a Chef is not available.
• Support monthly inventory processes by verifying counts and ensuring accurate documentation.
• Compare production output to Event Orders to identify discrepancies, missing items, or incorrect preparation.
• Ensure proper production techniques and recipes are followed to maintain consistency, quality, and efficiency.
• Promote and enforce proper sanitation, cleanliness, and safety practices throughout the kitchen.
• Provide guidance and support to staff to maintain a productive, organized, and safe work environment.

Education

None

Job description

Proof of the Pudding, a chef-led hospitality company, seeks an Entry Level Cold Production Lead for off-premise events in Atlanta, GA. The role supports morning culinary operations, ensures production accuracy, and upholds high standards of quality, organization, and safety.

You will lead when the Sous Chef is unavailable and help manage early shifts. The position is full-time hourly with benefits including Basic Life, AD&D, long-term disability, and optional medical/dental/vision plans.