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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.

Join our reputable culinary team as a Pastry Chef! We are seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to join the team at Proof Dallas.

The culinary team at Proof Dallas is seeking an innovative, experienced, and motivated Pastry Chef to support the production of scratch made creative creations for events. The Pastry Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef to obtain event information, expectations, and details to effectively create desserts, pastries, and bakery items that complement event menus. 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting the Pastry and Bakery aspects of the many, often coinciding, events at Proof Dallas. 
• Execution and innovation of  Proof Dallas’s pastry department 
• Creating products of highest level of food quality and presentation 
• Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume while adhering to a specific timeframe 
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas. 
• Planning, understanding, and communicating event needs to staff and associates. 
• Assist in the development and implementation of creative menu items that adhere to the Proof of the Pudding standard. 
• Have understanding and the willingness to work inter-departmentally to streamline events. 
• This position may require some travel (<10%)- assisting in other POP locations in accordance to business demands  

Performs other related duties, as required.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• 2+ years in a similar role, or formal training in Pastry Arts 
• Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community, and the Proof of the Pudding Team. 
• Exhibit cooking knowledge, and food-handling skills consistent with modern training and want to learn more. 
• ServSafe certified or is available to receive training. 

Specialized Qualifications:

• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner.
• Excellent listening, communication skills, and customer service.
• Planning and multi-tasking
• Self-motivated with a high energy level and strong verbal communication. 
• Verbal communication
• Possess the necessary interpersonal skills and demeanor for maintaining a safe, equitable and inclusive work environment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting approx. 50 pounds. 

Work Environment 

This position will involve much time in the kitchen working with typical equipment including knives, electrical mixers, ovens, hot pans, and more.  Event attendance will be on an as needed basis and may be indoors, outdoors, or in temporary structures. This position is stationed from Zoo Atlanta but may travel to other venues within the region.

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 and traveling through event spaces and kitchens
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items  
• Manual dexterity to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils. 
• Pushing speed racks and carrying sheet pans
• Must be able to lift up-to 50 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 pay rate range of $18-$20 based on experience.   
• Benefits include daily meals 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. 

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.