Culinary Supervisor - DUKE University - Proof Of The Pudding By Mgr

Trident Provisions is a brand created by Proof of the Pudding that provides food and beverage services using the freshest produce and ingredients avai...

Required Qualifications:

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

Specialized Qualifications:

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

Work Environment 

The work environment for this position will be a variation of back of house work in a kitchen environment and event operations and movement. This position will often move throughout campus stadiums and travel throughout the university grounds. Events may take place in indoor or outdoor settings.

Physical Demands:

Prolonged periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue

Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items

Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 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, hourly role with a starting salary range of $21-$25/hr.

The schedule for this position may range depending on business needs, but will often consist of either a morning shift covering breakfast operations or later shift covering dinner service.

This is a benefited position.

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.