Task Force Executive Chef

PROOF OF THE PUDDING•Duluth, GA

3d•$85,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning catering and hospitality company operating across 13 states, known for delivering innovative culinary experiences across premier venues and high-profile events. Our Sports & Entertainment division provides elevated culinary services for collegiate athletics, PGA golf tournaments, motorsports, concerts, conventions, and major sporting events across the United States. We are seeking an experienced, highly adaptable Task Force Executive Chef to serve as a key culinary leader supporting our national event portfolio. This Atlanta-based position will travel extensively (approximately 60–80% of the year) to support high-profile events, new account openings, and operational needs across multiple properties. The Task Force Executive Chef acts as a mobile culinary leader and operational resource, assisting with event execution, supporting culinary teams across venues, and ensuring Proof of the Pudding’s standards for quality, innovation, and hospitality are consistently achieved. This role will support a wide range of major events including: PGA Tour and professional golf tournaments Formula 1 and motorsports events Petit Le Mans College football and collegiate athletics Large-scale special events and festivals New account openings and culinary program launches Operational support for existing venues during peak demand Gap coverage for key culinary leadership roles when needed

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of leadership experience in high-volume culinary environments.
Experience in sports & entertainment hospitality, large-scale catering, stadium operations, or high-end restaurants preferred.
Ability to travel extensively (60–80% annually) and work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale culinary production and multi-day events.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to manage diverse culinary teams in fast-paced environments.
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 the 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in sports & entertainment hospitality, large-scale catering, stadium operations, or high-end restaurants preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the culinary lead or senior support chef for major national events including PGA tournaments, motorsports events, collegiate athletics, and special events.
Execute high-volume culinary operations across multiple service periods while maintaining Proof of the Pudding’s standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
Lead culinary teams in temporary and remote kitchens, ensuring operational efficiency and food safety.
Provide on-site leadership during large-scale events, including supervising production kitchens, satellite kitchens, and service areas.
Act as a culinary resource across all Sports & Entertainment properties, assisting venues experiencing staffing gaps, high demand periods, or operational challenges.
Support new account openings, including menu development, kitchen setup, hiring support, training, and operational launch.
Assist with operational transitions or special projects across the company’s event portfolio.
Collaborate with the SVP of Culinary and Regional Chefs to develop creative, regionally inspired menus aligned with Proof of the Pudding’s culinary identity.
Ensure menu execution is scalable for high-volume events while maintaining premium presentation and flavor profiles.
Assist with recipe development, culinary standards documentation, and event menu planning.
Participate in pre-event planning including production schedules, staffing plans, equipment logistics, and purchasing coordination.
Coordinate with sales, operations, and staffing departments to align culinary production with event timelines and guest counts.
Assist with kitchen layouts, temporary kitchen planning, and equipment requirements for remote event sites.
Assist with management of food cost, inventory controls, and event budgets.
Ensure accurate forecasting and ordering for multi-day events and high-volume service periods.
Maintain purchasing standards and proper inventory management for events and temporary kitchens.
Lead and mentor culinary teams including sous chefs, cooks, and event staff.
Promote a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and accountability.
Maintain strong morale and a positive kitchen culture during demanding event schedules.
Ensure all culinary operations comply with local health codes, food safety standards, and Proof of the Pudding policies.
Maintain sanitation standards across kitchens, prep areas, storage areas, and service spaces.