Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Atlanta Police and Fire Academy - Atlanta, GA, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: Not Specified, Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.00, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day Shift, 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.  Proof of the Pudding (POP) is the food service provider for the Atlanta Police and Fire Academy. We are seeking Prep Cook to assist in the daily food service preparations, clean up and service flips, and help the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in daily duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Setting up and sanitizing workstations. Following prep lists created by Executive Chef Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible. Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise. Distributing plates to wait staff to be served, cleaning plates for dishwashing, and preparing takeaway packages for customers. Supervising food and cooling room temperatures. Accepting or rejecting ingredients from suppliers. Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen. Read thoroughly and understand the daily menus and recipes Performs other related duties as requiredQualifications: Education and/or Experience 1+ year of experience working in a kitchen or as an interactive chef is preferred, Must have knowledge of food preparation/food service with a strong understanding of the execution of recipes The ability to remain professional and respectful when among VIP cliental Specialized Qualifications: Excellent listening and communication skills Renowned time management and organization skills Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs The ability to work alone and as a team Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly Work Environment  This position will report to and work out of the Atlanta Police and Fire Academy. This position will have prolonged periods of standing, utilizing typical kitchen equipment, and traverse across sometimes wet surfaces. Uniform Requirements Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines Physical Demands: Prolonged periods of standing, moving through a kitchen space, and traveling to different venues 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: Competitive pay based on experience.  Benefits include daily meal 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.