Purchasing Sous Chef - Off-Premise

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking a Purchasing Sous Chef to lead culinary operations in off-premise catering for various events. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-volume culinary roles, specifically in purchasing and event execution, alongside excellent leadership and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, emphasizing the company's commitment to quality and service in the food industry.

Benefits

Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Long term disability coverage

Optional Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in a high volume culinary role with experience in purchasing.
• Experience in off-premise catering preferred.
• Licensing or willingness to be licensed to drive a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team at events, focusing on offsite catering.
• Oversee logistical planning and execution for events.
• Work with Culinary, Operations, and Sales teams for event orders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Delegation

Purchasing Procedures

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Sharepoint

Job description

Job Details

Level: Management

Job Location: Off Premise - Atlanta, GA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Description

Proof of the Pudding has spent the past four decades providing innovative menus, services, design expertise and event experiences to clients throughout Atlanta and beyond. As a preferred caterer to over 50 venues in and around Atlanta, our Off-Premise team spearheads event innovations and culinary experiences to a range of events from weddings, holiday parties, corporate retreats, and social gatherings.

We are seeking a seasoned, motivated, and innovative culinarian to join our Off-premise team as the Purchasing Sous Chef. In this position, you will assist in leading culinary aspects of events including prior planning, food and beverage purchasing, inventory management and tracking, onsite execution, and budget/invoicing work.

Responsibilities:

Culinary Job Duties

• Be a leader on the culinary team at a variety of events. This position will focus on our offsite catering department but may lead into supporting at our other properties.
• Execution of events and food service while maintaining the highest level of food quality and presentation
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas
• Oversee logistical planning and execution of events including communicating equipment needs and kitchen layouts
• As a leader in our kitchen, you may be asked to lead offsite catering events when business demands, including managing hourly staff according to the food execution timeline.

Purchasing Job Duties

• Work with Culinary, Operations, and Sales team to obtain lists and information of what needs to be ordered for each event
• Prepares and reviews orders to verify accurate specifications, pricing and sustainability.
• Sets up compliant vendors for payment in Accounts Payable processes.
• Audits invoices and checks for accuracy, receipt of material, and compliance with purchase orders.
• Tracks the status of requisitions and purchase orders following events through vendor statements ensure all invoices and purchase orders have been captured.
• Maintains files and receipts, tracks budgets by events, and oversees overall event P&Ls with Tournament Director and Finance Lead.
• Initiates, approves, and processes last minute purchases, should the need arise.
• Receives, tracks, and organizes on-site deliveries
• Organizes and counts inventory storage areas to maintain an accurate month ending inventory account.

Performs other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years in a high volume culinary role with experience in purchasing or procurement.
  • Experience in off-premise catering is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Sharepoint.
• Licensing or willingness to be licensed to drive a forklift/heavy machinery
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, internal and external email communications, and purchasing procedures
• Reliable transportation and flexibility of work schedules

Specialized Qualifications:

• Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume for multiple service times per day
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Proven time management and delegation abilities
• Knowledge of proper purchasing procedures with a proven track record of responsible buying and tracking.
• Skilled in managing experienced culinary staff

Work Environment

This role consists of in-office work and traveling throughout the venue via vehicle, golf cart, or similar. Office work consists of long periods of sitting at a desk, interdepartmental meetings, screen and phone usage, and communicating orally and through writing often. This position can work indoors, outdoors, and in temporary structured tents/buildings.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Periods of standing, moving, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as a pallet jack, golf cart, fork lift, and more as needed.
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 50 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 clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

Position Salary & Benefits:

• This is considered a full-time salary position with a starting salary range of $60,000-$65,000.
• Proof is pleased to provide all full-time eligible employees with Basic Life and AD&D as well as long term disability at no cost to employees
• Full-time eligible employees may choose to enroll in optional benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospitality Indemnity

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.