Traveling Chefs - Golf & Special Events

Travel the US with our award winning Culinary Team! Proof of the Pudding is the exclusive food & beverage provider for 8 professional golf tournaments that take place from January-October. Chef positions offer flexible schedules as you sign up for the events that work with your schedule. Pay is competitive with ample overtime during event days.

A Traveling Chef provides full BOH support to the Executive Chef and culinary team. From high volume food preparation to running their own satellite kitchen in the hospitality suites, a Traveling Chef should be well versed in all culinary techniques, be flexible and creative in execution and problem solving, and be able to work independently and as a team. Traveling Chefs must be able to work long hours, 12-15 hour shifts on event days and be on their feet for long periods of time.

Responsibilities: 

• High volume prep creating consistent results
• Advise the culinary team of purchasing/product needs, to help minimize waste and/or food shortages
• Stores, labels, and dates food items in accordance with the chef’s instructions
• Operate food-service equipment in a safe manner
• Work with the FOH team to execute meal service throughout the day
• Overseeing hourly cooks and stewards to ensure the kitchen is running effectively
• Follow HACCP guidelines to ensure the safety and quality of food
• Following a recipe and creating consistent product in high-volume
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, assists in breakdown of the event

Performs other realted duties as needed.

Experience & Specialized Skills:

• Experience in a leadership culinary role with high volume catering experience is strongly preferred, work in stadiums, arenas, concerts, and large-scale hotels are comparable to this role
• Ability to travel domestically throughout the year 
  • Trips are usually from 1-3 weeks in length
• Flexibility and a positive attitude
• The ability to work well with others and take initiative to succeed individually
• Knowledge of best food safety practices
• This role requires standing and walking for long periods of time and the work days can be long and demanding

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue with bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 25 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 adjust 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 part-time position with a "select your own" schedule.
• Benefits include a daily per diem while traveling, lodging and travel expenses covered, daily meals, and competitive wages. 

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.