Executive Chef - DUKE University - Proof Of The Pudding By Mgr

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering company throughout the Southeast with a commitment to creating quality culinary concepts from scratc...

Required Qualifications:

5+ years in a lead culinary role, experience in Sports & Entertainment/Stadium premium suites catering is necessary

A degree/training in the culinary arts, hospitality management, or equivalent.

Must be a proven leader that can coach and engage a team.

Must be a chef who thrives on creativity, customer satisfaction and flavor profiles

Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community and the Proof of the Pudding Team

Must live near or be willing to relocate to Durham, NC.

Specialized Qualifications:

Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume

Excellent listening and communication skills

Ability to run a business as if you own it

Exceptional knife skills, knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques, and the ability to teach these skills

COMPANY 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.    

Work Environment  

This position breakdown will include both in office work and kitchen responsibilities. Office work entails computer usage, interdepartmental meetings and communications via email, phone, and in person. Kitchen duties can include using standard kitchen equipment, bending, lifting, pushing, carrying, and moving products, food items, and equipment. Job duties may include movement between indoors, outdoors and structures throughout the campus.

Physical Demands: 

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Prolonged periods of standing, moving throughout a kitchen and venue, bending, lifting, and reaching.

Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

Position Salary & Benefits:

This is considered a full-time salary position with the starting range of $70,000-$80,000/year.

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

Additional benefits include daily meals onsite and a cell phone stipend.

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 expre