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PROOF OF THE PUDDING

Sous Chef

Duluth, GA · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Proof of the Pudding is a chef-led hospitality company delivering food and beverage experiences at some of North America's most complex sports, entertainment, cultural, and live-event venues. Founded ...

Bottleneck Management

Sous Chef

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Sous Chef Salary: 55k-65k Who is Bottleneck Management? Bottleneck Management operates vibrant, high-energy, approachable restaurants in the most dynamic neighborhoods and locations. From the start ...

Upper Crust Food Service

Sous Chef

Athens, GA · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Sous Chefs are responsible for supporting the Head Chef in food preparation, management of additional staff, maintaining a clean kitchen/dining room, and ensuring best practices with safety and ...

PROOF OF THE PUDDING

Sous Chef

Duluth, GA · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Proof of the Pudding is a chef-led hospitality company delivering food and beverage experiences at some of North America's most complex sports, entertainment, cultural, and live-event venues. Founded ...

Ocean 6 Llc

Excutive Sushi Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$150K/yr

Company **Executive Sushi Chef** Apply at: info@tomorestaurant.com TOMO Restaurant is seeking an experienced and creative Executive Sushi Chef to join our team. We are looking for a dedicated ...

Ocean 6 Llc

Excutive Sushi Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$150K/yr

Company **Executive Sushi Chef** Apply at: info@tomorestaurant.com TOMO Restaurant is seeking an experienced and creative Executive Sushi Chef to join our team. We are looking for a dedicated ...

Delbaratl

Sous Chef

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Sous Chef Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually Benefits * Employee Health plan 50% paid by employer * Short term disability paid by employer * $20k life Insurance * Purchase up to $500k in ...

Fifth Group Restaurants

Junior Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

Junior Sous Chef The Jr. Sous Chef is a supervisory role with specific areas of responsibility and accountability and coordinates and supervises work of non-exempt kitchen staff. This position ...

Fifth Group Restaurants

Jr Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

Junior Sous Chef The Jr. Sous Chef is a supervisory role with specific areas of responsibility and accountability and coordinates and supervises work of non-exempt kitchen staff. This position ...

Fifth Group Restaurants

Junior Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA

$48K - $64K/yr

Junior Sous Chef The Jr. Sous Chef is a supervisory role with specific areas of responsibility and accountability and coordinates and supervises work of non-exempt kitchen staff. This position ...

FORTH

Chef De Partie

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$18.25 - $23/hr

Role Description The Chef De Partie at FORTH is a full-time, on-site role based in Atlanta, GA, responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen and ensuring consistent, high-quality food ...

Nooshé Jān Group

Sous Chef

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Sous Chef Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually Employee Health plan 50% paid by employer Short term disability paid by employer $20k life Insurance Purchase up to $500k in life insurance ...

Druid Hills Golf Club

Executive Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The Executive Sous Chef will work alongside our Executive Chef to manage a top‑notch culinary program, offering exceptional dining experiences to our esteemed members. Our outstanding reputation is ...

Druid Hills Golf Club

Executive Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$62K - $79K/yr

The Executive Sous Chef will work alongside our Executive Chef to manage a top-notch culinary program, offering exceptional dining experiences to our esteemed members. Our outstanding reputation is a ...

The Post Oak

Executive Sous Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$65 - $90/hr

Overview Morton's the Steakhouse Atlanta, GA Executive Sous Chef / Sous Chef Ready to elevate your culinary career with one of the most recognized names in fine dining? Morton's The Steakhouse in the ...

St. Ives Country Club

Sous Chef

Johns Creek, GA · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

SOUS CHEF JOB OVERVIEW The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the overall management and operation of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and staff ...

Fine Dining Restaurant

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Executive Chef - Fine Dining

Duluth, GA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

This is a hands-on leadership role for a chef who values craftsmanship, seasonality, and excellence, and who leads the kitchen with purpose, professionalism, and pride. Quality is the foundation of ...

Delaware North

Sous Chef, Hundredfold Atlanta

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$62K - $76K/yr

As a Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in a high-volume, chef-driven environment. You will help ensure exceptional food ...

Vinny's Kitchen

pizza chef

Duluth, GA · On-site

$13 - $20/hr

Join the Team at Vinny's Kitchen as a Pizza Chef! Are you passionate about creating delicious, handcrafted pizzas that bring people together? At Vinny's Kitchen, located in Duluth, GA, we're all ...

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How much do chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef in Winder, GA is $21.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $27.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a chef do?

A chef is a professional cook who is responsible for preparing meals, developing menus, and overseeing kitchen operations in restaurants, hotels, or other food establishments. Chefs ensure food quality, safety, and presentation standards are met, and often manage other kitchen staff. Their duties may include ordering ingredients, maintaining inventory, and creating new recipes. Chefs may specialize in specific types of cuisine or cooking techniques. They play a key role in delivering a memorable dining experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chef, you need strong culinary skills, creativity in menu development, and comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards, typically supported by culinary school training or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, recipe management software, and food hygiene certifications (such as ServSafe) is highly valuable. Exceptional organizational ability, teamwork, and leadership are critical soft skills for managing kitchen staff and maintaining a positive work environment. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality dishes efficiently, ensuring kitchen safety, and running a successful culinary operation.

What are common challenges chefs face in maintaining consistency across dishes and shifts?

Chefs often encounter challenges in ensuring that every dish meets the restaurant’s quality and presentation standards, particularly when managing a team with varying skill levels or during busy service periods. Maintaining consistency requires strong communication, standardized recipes, and rigorous training for all kitchen staff. Additionally, chefs must monitor ingredient quality and adapt quickly to supply changes, all while leading by example to uphold the restaurant’s reputation. Overcoming these challenges is key to delivering a reliable dining experience and building trust with patrons.

What is the difference between Chef vs Cook?

AspectChefCook
CredentialsFormal culinary training or certifications often preferredMinimal formal training, on-the-job experience common
Work EnvironmentProfessional kitchens, restaurants, hotelsVaries from home kitchens to restaurants, catering
Job ResponsibilitiesMenu planning, supervising kitchen staff, quality controlFood preparation, cooking, basic kitchen tasks
Industry UsageHigh-end restaurants, culinary institutionsWidespread across all food service settings

While both chefs and cooks work in kitchens and prepare food, chefs typically have formal training, oversee kitchen operations, and work in professional or upscale environments. Cooks usually focus on food preparation and cooking tasks, often with less formal education, and work in a variety of settings. The role of a chef involves leadership and menu development, whereas a cook primarily executes recipes and prepares dishes.

Is 25 too late to become a chef?

Becoming a chef at 25 is not too late, as many chefs start their careers in their twenties or later. Success in the culinary industry depends on skills, training, and experience, which can be gained through culinary schools, apprenticeships, or on-the-job training at any age.
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Infographic showing various Chef job openings in Winder, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,190 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Sous Chef

PROOF OF THE PUDDING

Duluth, GA • On-site

$23 - $25/hr

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Posted 12 days ago

Proof Of The Pudding rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 68 rated caterers

Job description

Proof of the Pudding is a chef-led hospitality company delivering food and beverage experiences at some of North America's most complex sports, entertainment, cultural, and live-event venues.
Founded in Atlanta in 1979, Proof has built a national reputation for doing hospitality differently - from-scratch cooking at scale, hyper-local sourcing, and a partnership-first approach that treats clients as collaborators, not contracts. The company serves professional and collegiate sports venues, convention centers, cultural institutions, and large-scale destination events across the United States and Internationally.
Proof of the Pudding, food and beverage operator at the Gas South Arena, is looking for seasoned Sous Chef to help lead the concessions and premium hospitality culinary program. The Sous Chef will be a point person in all culinary aspects in the kitchen, will attend all events to ensure efficiency, and assist the Executive Chef in operational duties.
The Sous Chef will serve as a key member of the culinary leadership team, overseeing kitchen operations, supporting event execution, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and service. This role will be actively involved in all events, helping to drive efficiency, maintain operational excellence, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist with the planning and execution of event menus
  • Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
  • Creating and maintaining the overall moral of the kitchen and culinary team
  • Assist with training of new culinary staff
  • Assists Executive Chef with logistical planning and execution of events as directed
  • Assist with purchasing and inventory management for all culinary operations
  • Assist with month end inventory counts
  • Develop, implement, and communicate creative menu items that adhere to the Proof of the Pudding standard of innovation and excellence
  • Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
  • Lead and coach culinary department to develop a strong and growing team.

Performs other related duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
  • Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
  • A degree/training in the culinary arts, hospitality management, or equivalent.
  • Must be a leader looking to grow themselves and a team.
  • Must have previous experience in high volume catering.
  • Must have previous experience in high volume catering.
  • Knowledge of kitchen tools
  • Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume
  • Excellent listening and communication skills
  • Ability to run a kitchen like you own it.
  • Exceptional knife skills, knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques, and the ability to teach

Work Environment
This role requires that ability to work in-office and time in the kitchen. This position can work indoors, outdoors, and in temporary structured buildings.
Physical Demands:
  • 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 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 pay based on experience.
  • Benefits include daily meals per shift.
  • Flexible schedule, in unique and exciting work locations.
  • Opportunity for advancement.
  • On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.

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

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