Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is a 365-entertainment destination for world-class events located in Austin, TX. The sports and entertainment portfolio at COTA is unmatched in the country with Formula 1 US Grand Prix, NASCAR, and MotoGP attracting global fans during championship races on the famed Circuit and LiveNation producing over 30 headline concerts every year at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater.

We are seeking a seasoned, motivated, and innovative leader to join our growing Circuit of the Americas team as the Executive Sous Chef. In this position, you will assist in leading all culinary aspects of events including prior planning, cost management, kitchen staffing, onsite execution, logistics, equipment needs, postproduction check lists, clean up, and budget work.

Responsibilities:

Be a leader on the culinary team at a variety of events. This position will mainly focus on golf tournaments but will lead and support other venues such as boat shows, collegiate stadiums, concerts, racetracks, and more.
Develop, implement, and communicate creative menu items that adhere to the Proof of the Pudding standard
Creating or updating Production sheets, order building, distribution sheets, scheduling, production schedules
Execution of events and food service while maintaining the highest level of food quality and presentation
Assist the Executive Chef with management of financial goals and food cost of multiple coinciding events while maintaining and tracking the culinary budget
Capable of producing a consistent product in high volume for multiple service times per day
Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas
Create and maintain the overall moral of the kitchen and culinary team
Schedule staff and food production in accordance with the demands of business by working closely with the staffing and sales departments to ensure communication and budgets are kept
Oversee logistical planning and execution of events including communicating equipment needs and kitchen layouts
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, internal and external email communications, and purchasing procedures
Lead satellite kitchens including hourly staff, food execution timeline, and daily prep work.

Performs other related duties as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience in a bulk production kitchen or high-volume culinary environment
Multi-unit operational experience is mandatory (stadiums, arenas, convention centers, casinos, resorts, large commissaries, race tracks, or similar venues)
Demonstrated experience leading large culinary teams during peak service
Strong background in banquet, buffet, concessions, and event-based service
Proven ability to execute menus at scale while maintaining quality and food safety standards

Specialized Qualifications:

Excellent listening and communication skills
Proven time management and delegation abilities
Exhibit cooking skills, knowledge, and food handling skills consistent with contemporary training and have the desire to learn more

Work Environment

This position breakdown will include both in-office work and kitchen responsibilities. Office work involves computer usage, inter-departmental meetings, and communications via email, phone, and in person. Kitchen duties can include using standard kitchen equipment, bending, lifting, pushing, carrying, and moving products, food items, and equipment. Job duties may include movement between indoors, outdoors, and structures throughout the property.

Physical Demands:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue with 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:

The salary range is $75,000-$85,000/year, +11% performance bonus
Proof is pleased to provide all full-time eligible employees with Basic Life and AD&D as well as long term disability at no cost to employees
Full-time eligible employees may choose to enroll in optional benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospitality Indemnity

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.