Senior Event Kitchen Lead — High-Volume Catering

Proof of the Pudding; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and AD&D insurance

Optional benefits: Medical, Dental, V?

Voluntary Hospitality Indemnity

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding, operator of DUKE University, is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to lead concessions and premium hospitality at Duke University venues. You will oversee culinary operations, attend events to ensure efficiency, and support the Executive Chef with scheduling, purchasing, and invoice management.

The role requires 4+ years of leadership in high-volume catering, a culinary or hospitality degree, strong MS Office and purchasing knowledge, and willingness to relocate to Durham, NC.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of leadership experience in high volume catering or events.
• A degree/training in the culinary arts, hospitality management, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, internal and external email communications, and purchasing procedures
• Must be a leader looking to grow themselves and a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and execution of event menus.
• Oversee football program suites and premium areas operations.
• Lead and train culinary staff; schedule and inventory management.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of new culinary staff.
• Develop, implement, and communicate creative menu items per company standards.
• Lead and coach culinary department to develop a strong team.

Skills

Leadership

High volume catering

Event planning

Communication skills

Education

2 Year Degree

Tools

MS Office

Email communications

Purchasing procedures

Job description

Proof of the Pudding, operator of DUKE University, is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to lead concessions and premium hospitality at Duke University venues. You will oversee culinary operations, attend events to ensure efficiency, and support the Executive Chef with scheduling, purchasing, and invoice management.

The role requires 4+ years of leadership in high-volume catering, a culinary or hospitality degree, strong MS Office and purchasing knowledge, and willingness to relocate to Durham, NC.