Prep Cook - Hiring Immediately

Prep Cook

$16-18 / hr based on experience

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 additional Prep Cooks to help facilitate off-premise events and to provide culinary support in the main kitchen. Prep Cooks are primarily responsible for mass food production, kitchen cleanliness, and assisting the executive and culinary leadership as directed. Prep Cooks at times may be required to start their day at the warehouse pre-event to assist in gathering all necessary food items, food quantities, and rentals as pertains to the event’s BEO, loading truck and gather any additional materials needed.

This position will report to the Proof of the Pudding corporate office in West Midtown but will travel to and work events throughout the metro area and beyond. The position will report to the Culinary Lead at the event.

Duties may include but are not limited to :

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following prep lists created by lead culinary.
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings, and preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock to be used in the cooking process.
• Preparing simple dishes as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise.
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures.
• Accepting or rejecting ingredients from suppliers.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
• Maintaining the highest level of food quality with your culinary team.
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen / food service areas.

Performs other related duties as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and / or Experience

Specialized Qualifications :

Work Environment

This position will be stationed out of Proof’s corporate office located in West Midtown. This position will spend the majority of time in the kitchen working with typical kitchen equipment including knives, electrical mixers, ovens, hot pans, and more.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.

Non-slip shoes are necessary.

Physical Demands :

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Position Salary & Benefits :

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.