Executive Sous Chef - Circuit of the Americas

Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is a 365-entertainment destination for world-class events located in Austin, TX. 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 standardCreating or updating Production sheets, order building, distribution sheets, scheduling, production schedulesExecution of events and food service while maintaining the highest level of food quality and presentationAssist the Executive Chef with management of financial goals and food cost of multiple coinciding events while maintaining and tracking the culinary budgetCapable of producing a consistent product in high volume for multiple service times per dayEnsure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areasCreate and maintain the overall moral of the kitchen and culinary teamSchedule 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 keptOversee logistical planning and execution of events including communicating equipment needs and kitchen layoutsKnowledge of Microsoft Office, internal and external email communications, and purchasing proceduresLead 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 environmentMulti-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 serviceStrong background in banquet, buffet, concessions, and event-based serviceProven ability to execute menus at scale while maintaining quality and food safety standardsSpecialized Qualifications:Excellent listening and communication skillsProven time management and delegation abilitiesExhibit cooking skills, knowledge, and food handling skills consistent with contemporary training and have the desire to learn moreWork Environment This position breakdown will include both in-office work and kitchen responsibilities. 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. REQUIREMENTSBusiness 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. 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. 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.