Cook - Road Atlanta

Proof of the Pudding is the exclusive food & beverage provider at Road Atlanta. The on-site fast, casual dining restaurant is hiring for shifts on Thursdays-Sundays. These positions offer competitive pay, leadership opportunities, and flexible weekend schedules. Road Atlanta is host to, and has working opportunities for major events like Motul Petit Le Mans, Drift Atlanta, and the The Mitty. 

Cooks and Prep Cooks will be instrumental in the day to day operations of the restaurant back of house and kitchen. This position will report to the Executive Chef in their kitchen.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining the highest level of food quality and consistency
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas
• Implement creative menu items that adhere to the Proof of the Pudding standard
• Maintaining the highest level of service
• Assisting with inventory management, cooler/freezer stocking, and receiving/organizing food orders

 Specialized Skills:

• Short order/restaurant experience is preferred – on the job training will be provided
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• General knowledge of cooking temperatures, kitchen equipment, and food preparation processes
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• 1 year of experience working in a kitchen, experience in catering is preferred.
• Must have knowledge of food preparation/food service with a strong understanding of the execution of BEOs, reading production sheets, and completing tasks.

Specialized Qualifications:

• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner and in high volume.
• Customer service
• Planning and multi-tasking
• Self-motivated with a high energy level
• Familiarity with reading recipes

Work Environment 

This position will be stationed at Road Atlanta. 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:

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through a kitchen space
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 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:

• This is considered a part-time hourly role with competitive pay based on experience starting at $18/hour.
• Schedules will range upon business demands.
• Free meal while working.
• 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. 
• Working at the most scenic and iconic venue in Braselton, GA

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.