Cook - Rice University

Cook

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, PGA golf tournaments, International Boat Shows, Professional Sports Teams, & more.

Proof of the Pudding, the premier food service provider for concessions at Rice University's stadium and event facilities, is seeking enthusiastic cooks to support food preparation and service operations during football. If you're looking for an exciting place to work in the heart of the action, this is a great opportunity.

This is seasonal/part-time work as business needs are dictated by athletic events.

Requirements:

• 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.
• 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.
• Running food on game-days, assisting in the organization of menu items according to BEOs and event information Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uses flat tops, fryers, combi ovens, impinger ovens, and other equipment to produce excellent food according to specifications.
• Communicate with BOH and FOH staff to keep food at par levels.
• Practicing proper food safety procedures while preparing hot and cold foods.
• Read thoroughly and understand the daily menus and recipes
• This position may be an interactive chef during catering service times if needed.
• Assist with inventory management and unloading and organizing food orders as directed.
• Following all local, federal, and Proof of the Pudding food safety standards.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education and/or Experience:

• 1+ years of experience producing food in a high-volume environment
• Experience in catering is preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have knowledge of food preparation/food service with a strong understanding of the execution of BEOs, reading production sheets, and completing tasks.
• Live within or near Houston, TX
• ServSafe certified or is available to receive training.

Qualifications:

• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner.
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Must have an understanding of food safety practices including, but not limited to, TCS, temperature logs, and cleaning/sanitizing.
• Planning, multi-tasking and a phenomenal team player.
• Self-motivated with a high energy level and strong verbal communication.
• Availability to work all home football games.
• Ability to work shifts 8-12 hours depending on business needs

Work Environment:

The work environment for this position will be event operations and working out of the Football Stadium or similar venues. This position will often move throughout campus and stadium grounds on different terrains.

This is seasonal/part-time work as business needs are dictated by athletic events.

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:

• Prolonged periods of moving through an event space, and traveling throughout the stadium
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Must be able to lift up-to 40 pounds at times.

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:

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Benefits include daily meal per shift.
• Opportunity for advancement. Proof of the Pudding is consistently seeking to amplify talented team member's roles.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.
• A flexible work schedule, excluding home game days,

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.