Culinary Lead - University of Georgia

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company throughout the Southeast with a commitment to creating quality culinary concepts from scratch. This standard was upheld through the expansion into Sports and Entertainment Hospitality Services by providing elevated concessions and premium offerings to collegiate stadiums, professional golf tournaments, International Boat Shows, Professional Sports Teams, & more.

We are seeking a Culinary Lead to help lead our team in executing high-volume, high-quality food production for events. This role will assist with daily culinary operations, oversee staff, and help ensure all food and service standards are met while maintaining organization and efficiency in the kitchen.

University of Georgia is a large campus in the heart of Northern Georgia where the Bulldogs reign supreme. Football games bring in 65,000 adoring fans all wearing red to support their 2025 SEC Football National Champions. This is seasonal/part-time work as business needs are dictated by athletic events.

• Assist in the oversight of day-to-day culinary operations for private events as scheduled.
• Assist with the coordinating of food, kitchenware, & Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s).
• Assist with inventory and organization of storage areas and oversee checking in and putting away food orders.
• Assist in the development of menu items and Dietary Request.
• Be an onsite supervisor during food service times.
• Managing time effectively to ensure all BEO/menu items are completed prior to service times and according to recipe guidelines.
• Managing the team that is scheduled in the kitchen or pantry areas.
• Assist with on-the-job training of new employees ensuring all staff are set up for success.
• Assisting in post-event tasks including inputting payroll and inventory as directed.
• Supporting other locations in the region as needed.

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2+ years of experience in a lead culinary role with experience in catering or high volume.
• Experience in a stadium setting is preferred.
• Ability to produce menu items consistently and in high volume.
• Leadership qualities with a focus on team development
• Serv Safe certified or is available to receive training.
• Must be comfortable commuting to Athens, GA.

• Attention to detail to ensure all ordered items are correct and following company policies, including health guidelines.
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Renowned time management and organization skills
• Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs.
• The ability to work alone and as a team.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Must have a reliable source of transportation.

• Knowledge of proper temperatures, FIFO/LIFO, & Proper Food Storage.
• Clean, Organized, Knowledgeable of Coolers, Carts, & Events
• Party Relief: if an Event is missing or in need of product, deescalate the situation & replenish as necessary
• Ensure the kitchen has been properly closed down under guidelines provided.
• Communication w/ chefs on missing products or Pop-up events for upcoming days.
• Knowledge of daily BEO’s/ Special Orders or dietary meals.
• Ensure production of food is punctual and efficient throughout the day.
• Label/ Dating/ Organization of all products.
• High Volume Production
• Ensure Food Production for the parties are accurate and up to date.

This position primarily works in the kitchen, utilizing standard kitchen equipment such as knives, mixers, ovens, and hot pans. The role requires frequent movement in and out of coolers, freezers, and dry storage areas while navigating various types of flooring.

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines. Non-slip shoes are necessary.

• Prolonged periods of moving through an event space, and traveling throughout the venue
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and…